What is the cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Merchiston?

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Merchiston is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Merchiston?

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Merchiston is to train which takes 27 min and costs £8 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Merchiston?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline to Merchiston. However, there are services departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at Polwarth Park via Lothian Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Merchiston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Haymarket. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Merchiston?

The distance between Dunfermline and Merchiston is 15 miles. The road distance is 18.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dunfermline to Merchiston without a car?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Merchiston without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £8 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Dunfermline to Merchiston?

The train from Dunfermline Town to Haymarket takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Merchiston bus from?

Dunfermline to Merchiston bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from St Leonard's Church station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Merchiston train from?

Dunfermline to Merchiston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunfermline Town station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Merchiston?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Merchiston is to train which takes 27 min and costs £8 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Merchiston bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Merchiston bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Merchiston train arrive?

Dunfermline to Merchiston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Merchiston?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Merchiston is 18 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Dunfermline to Merchiston.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunfermline to Merchiston?

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Where can I stay near Merchiston?

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Dunfermline to Merchiston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dunfermline to Merchiston by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to HaymarketCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
27 min
£8–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Queensferry StreetX55
1h 1m
£5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Merchiston18.3 mi
30 min
£55–70
Drive 18.3 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Merchiston18.3 mi
30 min
£5–7

Dunfermline to Merchiston by train

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Merchiston, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dunfermline Town to Haymarket hourly. Tickets cost £8–10 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from St Leonard's Church to Queensferry Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 44 min.

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