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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Saltcoats is to bus and line 11 bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Saltcoats is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Saltcoats?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Saltcoats. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at North Ayrshire Museum via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Saltcoats?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Saltcoats. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Saltcoats via Haymarket and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Saltcoats?

The distance between Dunfermline and Saltcoats is 70 miles. The road distance is 67.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Saltcoats without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 31m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Dunfermline to Saltcoats, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Saltcoats bus from?

Dunfermline to Saltcoats bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Saltcoats train from?

Dunfermline to Saltcoats train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Saltcoats?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Saltcoats is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 11 bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Saltcoats bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Saltcoats bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Saltcoats train arrive?

Dunfermline to Saltcoats train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Saltcoats?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Saltcoats is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Dunfermline to Saltcoats.

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

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Dunfermline to Saltcoats - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Saltcoatstrain Glasgow Central - Largs / ...
2h 31m
£16–34
Bus, line 11 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to North Ayrshire Museumbus 11
3h 20m
£14–21
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Saltcoatstrain Glasgow Central - Largs / ...
2h 38m
£26–63
Drive 67.3 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Saltcoatscar 67.3 mi
1h 28m
£17–24
Bus, train via Alloa
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shillinghillbus 8A / ...
2. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Saltcoatstrain
3h 15m
£24–56

Dunfermline to Saltcoats by bus, foot, and train

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.7 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Saltcoats via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to North Ayrshire Museum via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, and Kilmarnock Bus Station in around 3h 20m.

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