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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Dunfermline is to bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Dunfermline?

The distance between Prestwick and Dunfermline is 74 miles. The road distance is 71.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Dunfermline without a car is to bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £12 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Prestwick to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Dunfermline bus from?

Prestwick to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Dunfermline is to bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £12 - £20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £40 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Prestwick to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Prestwick to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Prestwick to Dunfermline train arrive?

Prestwick to Dunfermline train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Dunfermline is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Prestwick to Dunfermline.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2403+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

Prestwick to Dunfermline - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Prestwick to Dunfermline by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
2h 14m
£12–20
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dunfermline Town
2h 58m
£33–38
Drive 70.8 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Dunfermline70.8 mi
1h 21m
£18–26
Bus via Kyle Street
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Buchanan Bus Station4
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
3h 25m
£12–20

Prestwick to Dunfermline by bus

686Weekly Buses

2h 14mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Station Road to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prestwick Town to Dunfermline Town via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 2h 58m.

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