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Trip Overview

The average train between Birmingham and Dunfermline takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Dunfermline. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 50m
Duration
359 mi
Distance
£185
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Birmingham to Dunfermline train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Birmingham and Dunfermline. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 6:07 PM which arrives into Dunfermline at 11:23 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 16m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 46m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 51m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 43m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 48m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 45m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail5h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryScotRail5h 48m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Dunfermline? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Birmingham to Dunfermline.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 358.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £150–220 and the journey takes 5h 4m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours.

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