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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Midlothian is to bus and line 29 bus which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Midlothian is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Terminus via Frederick Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Gorebridge via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Midlothian?

The distance between Dunfermline and Midlothian is 28 miles. The road distance is 29.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Midlothian without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £16 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Dunfermline to Midlothian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Midlothian bus from?

Dunfermline to Midlothian bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Midlothian train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Midlothian?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Midlothian is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £16 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 29 bus, which costs £5 - £7 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Midlothian bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Midlothian bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Midlothian train arrive?

Dunfermline to Midlothian train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Midlothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Midlothian is 30 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Dunfermline to Midlothian.

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

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Where can I stay near Midlothian?

There are 2218+ hotels available in Midlothian.

Dunfermline to Midlothian - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 29 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Dunfermline to Midlothian by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh WaverleyCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to GorebridgeEdinburgh - Tweedbank
1h 25m
£16–18
Bus, line 29 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Princes StreetX55
2. Take the bus from Frederick Street to Terminus29
2h 3m
£5–7
Drive 29.6 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Midlothian29.6 mi
39 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Midlothian29.6 mi
39 min
£60–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Bus StationX55
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Shank BridgeX95
2h 15m
£6–10

Dunfermline to Midlothian by train

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1h 25mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 27.9 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Gorebridge via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Terminus via Princes Street and Frederick Street in around 2h 3m.

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