What is the cheapest way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline?

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline?

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley station to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Preston and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Burnley to Dunfermline?

The distance between Burnley and Dunfermline is 229 miles. The road distance is 204.1 miles.

How do I travel from Burnley to Dunfermline without a car?

The best way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Burnley to Dunfermline?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Burnley to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Dunfermline bus from?

Burnley to Dunfermline bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Dunfermline train from?

Burnley to Dunfermline train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Burnley to Dunfermline is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Burnley to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Burnley to Dunfermline bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Burnley to Dunfermline train arrive?

Burnley to Dunfermline train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Dunfermline is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Burnley to Dunfermline.

How do I get a train ticket from Burnley to Dunfermline?

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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Burnley to Dunfermline - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Burnley to Dunfermline by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 38m
£80–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
8h 15m
£35–55
Drive 203 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Dunfermlinecar 203 mi
3h 45m
£50–72
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
6h 55m
£74–185
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 47m
£96–209
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Bradford Interchangetrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LBA - EDI
6h 49m
£75–189

Burnley to Dunfermline by train

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Distance: 227.3 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 8h 15m.

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