The average train between Plymouth and Dunfermline takes 9h 35m and the fastest train takes 9h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Dunfermline. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 2:27 PM which arrives into Dunfermline at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Dunfermline station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.
Plymouth to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Plymouth to Dunfermline train tickets online with Cross Country and ScotRail.
The distance between Plymouth and Dunfermline is 635.4 km. The road distance is 922 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley every 3 hours. Tickets cost £300–430 and the journey takes 8h 43m.