What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Dunfermline?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Bothwell Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Dunfermline?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dunfermline Town. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Dunfermline is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.6 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Town takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline is to train which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bothwell Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dunfermline Town station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline?

Book your Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2431+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Castle and Dunfermline. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Towntrain Edinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
44 min
£7–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Bothwell Streetbus X55
57 min
£3–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Dunfermlinerideshare 17.4 mi
50 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermlinetaxi 17.5 mi
29 min
£50–65
Drive 17.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermlinecar 17.5 mi
29 min
£5–7

Edinburgh Castle to Dunfermline by foot and train

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Dunfermline, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Town hourly. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Princes Street to Bothwell Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 47 min.

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