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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Shotts is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Shotts is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline to Shotts. However, there are services departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at King Street via Shandwick Place and Harthill Services. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Shotts via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Shotts?

The distance between Dunfermline and Shotts is 41 miles. The road distance is 30.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £13 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Dunfermline to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Shotts bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Shotts?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Shotts is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £13 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus and line 900 bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Shotts bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunfermline to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Shotts is 30 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Dunfermline to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to HaymarketCowdenbeath - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to ShottsEdinburgh - Glasgow Central
1h 39m
£14–22
Drive 30.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Shotts30.2 mi
43 min
£8–11
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX55
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to ShottsEdinburgh - Glasgow Central
2h 24m
£13–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Shotts30.2 mi
43 min
£65–80
Bus, line 900 bus
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Queensferry StreetX55
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Harthill Services900
2h 49m
£10–14

Dunfermline to Shotts by train

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1h 39mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 40.4 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Shotts via Haymarket in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Leonard's Church to King Street via Queensferry Street, Shandwick Place, and Harthill Services in around 2h 49m.

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