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

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Dunfermline is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Dumbarton and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Dumbarton to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Dumbarton Central and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Dunfermline?

The distance between Dumbarton and Dunfermline is 72 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £28 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Dumbarton to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Dunfermline bus from?

Dumbarton to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Dunfermline train from?

Dumbarton to Dunfermline train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumbarton Central station.

Train or bus from Dumbarton to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Dunfermline is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £28 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £25 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Dumbarton to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Dumbarton to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumbarton to Dunfermline train arrive?

Dumbarton to Dunfermline train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Dunfermline is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Dumbarton to Dunfermline.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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Dumbarton to Dunfermline - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Dumbarton to Dunfermline by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Haymarkettrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dunfermline Towntrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 34m
£28–46
Drive 50.2 mi
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1. Drive from Dumbarton to Dunfermlinecar 50.2 mi
1h 11m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from High Street Stance B to Bus Stationbus 8A / ...
2h 35m
£16–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dumbarton to Dunfermlinetaxi 50.2 mi
1h 11m
£100–130

Dumbarton to Dunfermline by train

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Dunfermline, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumbarton Central to Dunfermline Town via Haymarket in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barloan Toll to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 2h 35m.

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