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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Portlethen is to bus which costs £15 - £28 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Portlethen is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Portlethen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thistle Drive via Park & Ride and Union Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Portlethen?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Portlethen. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Portlethen via Inverkeithing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Portlethen?

The distance between Dunfermline and Portlethen is 111 miles. The road distance is 99.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Portlethen without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Dunfermline to Portlethen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Portlethen bus from?

Dunfermline to Portlethen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Portlethen train from?

Dunfermline to Portlethen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverkeithing station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Portlethen?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Portlethen is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £28 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Portlethen bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Portlethen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Portlethen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Portlethen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Portlethen is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Dunfermline to Portlethen.

Where can I stay near Portlethen?

There are 640+ hotels available in Portlethen.

Dunfermline to Portlethen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Portlethentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 18m
£47–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
3h 34m
£15–27
Drive 98.8 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Portlethencar 98.8 mi
1h 49m
£25–35
Bus via Kinross Park and Ride
1. Take the bus from Kinross Park and Ride to Portlethenbus Ember
3h 57m
£15–27
Train via Dundee
1. Take the train from Inverkeithing to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Dundee to Portlethentrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen / ...
4h 4m
£40–93

Dunfermline to Portlethen by train

9Weekly Trains

3h 18mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunfermline to Portlethen.

Launch map view

Distance: 110.5 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Inverkeithing to Portlethen once daily. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Park & Ride to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.