What is the cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat?

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat?

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Arthur's Seat?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat. However, there are services departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at Commonwealth Pool via Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Arthur's Seat?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat?

The distance between Dunfermline and Arthur's Seat is 17 miles. The road distance is 19.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat without a car?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat?

The train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverley takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat bus from?

Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from St Leonard's Church station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat train from?

Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunfermline Town station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat is to train which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 30 bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat train arrive?

Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat is 19 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat?

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Where can I stay near Arthur's Seat?

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Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 30 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
37 min
£7–14
Drive 19.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seatcar 19.2 mi
34 min
£5–7
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Princes Streetbus X55
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Commonwealth Poolbus N30 / ...
1h 9m
£8–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Arthur's Seattaxi 19.2 mi
34 min
£120–160

Dunfermline to Arthur's Seat by train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Leonard's Church to Commonwealth Pool via Princes Street in around 1h 9m.

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