The average train between Birmingham and Dunfermline takes 4h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. The train service runs several times per day 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Birmingham and Dunfermline. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 6:04 PM which arrives into Dunfermline at 10:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 4h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 46m • 2 changesWant 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.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Dunfermline station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.
Birmingham to Dunfermline train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Dunfermline train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Birmingham to Dunfermline train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Birmingham and Dunfermline is 411.8 km. The road distance is 494 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Dunfermline Town via Stafford and Haymarket in around 5h 48m.