The average train between South Queensferry and Dunbar takes 1h 17m and the fastest train takes 42 min. There is a train service every few hours from South Queensferry to Dunbar. 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 hourly between South Queensferry and Dunbar. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from South Queensferry is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Dunbar at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from South Queensferry to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from South Queensferry station and arriving at Dunbar station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.
South Queensferry to Dunbar train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dalmeny station.
South Queensferry to Dunbar train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dunbar station.
Book your South Queensferry to Dunbar train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between South Queensferry and Dunbar is 54.8 km. The road distance is 61 km.
You can take a train from Dalmeny to Dunbar via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 12m.