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.
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.

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5h 48m • 1 changeWant 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 New Street station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley station via Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Birmingham to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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The distance between Birmingham and Dunfermline is 411.8 km. The road distance is 486 km.
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.