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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Dunfermline is to bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £19 - £55 and takes 10h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Mason Street and arriving at Bus Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Crewe and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Dunfermline?

The distance between Runcorn and Dunfermline is 279 miles. The road distance is 232.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Runcorn to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Dunfermline bus from?

Runcorn to Dunfermline bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Dunfermline train from?

Runcorn to Dunfermline train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train, bus or fly from Runcorn to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Dunfermline is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 7h 18m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £240 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Runcorn to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Runcorn to Dunfermline bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Dunfermline train arrive?

Runcorn to Dunfermline train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Dunfermline is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Runcorn to Dunfermline.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2423+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

Runcorn to Dunfermline - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Runcorn to Dunfermline by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to HaymarketLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 39m
£55–139
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to John Dobson StreetUk073
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
10h 42m
£19–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
7h 18m
£38–55
Drive 231.1 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Dunfermline231.1 mi
4h 1m
£58–84
Fly Liverpool to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
5h 13m
£82–234
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 2m
£58–173
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
6h 52m
£85–214
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarket
6h 17m
£60–176

Runcorn to Dunfermline by train

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277.4 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Dunfermline, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Crewe to Haymarket 5 times a day. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mason Street to Bus Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Buchanan Bus Station, and North Approach Road in around 7h 18m.

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