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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Dunfermline is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Dunfermline is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £55 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Dunfermline?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Bothwell Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Leith 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 Leith to Dunfermline?

The distance between Leith and Dunfermline is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £8 - £9.

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

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

Where do I catch the Leith to Dunfermline bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leith to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Leith to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Leith to Dunfermline is to train which takes 32 min and costs £8 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Leith to Dunfermline bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leith to Dunfermline train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leith to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Dunfermline is 19 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Leith to Dunfermline.

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

Book your Leith to Dunfermline train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2423+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

Can I share a ride from Leith to Dunfermline?

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

Leith to Dunfermline - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Leith 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 TownEdinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
32 min
£8–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bothwell StreetX55
55 min
£3–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Dunfermline17.4 mi
43 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Dunfermline18.5 mi
30 min
£55–70
Drive 18.5 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Dunfermline18.5 mi
30 min
£5–7

Leith to Dunfermline by train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Town hourly. Tickets cost £8–9 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bothwell Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 55 min.

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