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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Dunfermline is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Dundee Slessor Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Queensferry Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Dunfermline?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dundee and arriving at Dunfermline Town. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Dundee to Dunfermline?

The distance between Dundee and Dunfermline is 43 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £18 - £35.

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

The train from Dundee to Dunfermline Town takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Dunfermline bus from?

Dundee to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dundee Slessor Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundee to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Dundee to Dunfermline is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Dundee to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Dundee to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Rosyth station.

Where does the Dundee to Dunfermline train arrive?

Dundee to Dunfermline train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dunfermline Town station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Dunfermline is 42 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Dundee to Dunfermline.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dundee to Dunfermline?

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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Dundee to Dunfermline - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Dundee to Dunfermline by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Dunfermline Towntrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street
1h 1m
£18–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Rosythbus Ember
1h 37m
£10–15
Drive 41.9 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Dunfermlinecar 41.9 mi
50 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dundee to Dunfermlinetaxi 41.9 mi
50 min
£85–110
Train via Inverkeithing
1. Take the train from Dundee to Inverkeithingtrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
1h 34m
£15–37
Bus, line 19 bus
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Park & Ridebus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Kingsgate Centrebus 19 / ...
1h 46m
£12–22

Dundee to Dunfermline by train

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Distance: 43.1 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Dunfermline, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dundee to Dunfermline Town 5 times a week. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Rosyth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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