What is the cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street?

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street?

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at Front Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street?

The distance between Dunfermline and Chester-le-Street is 151 miles. The road distance is 135.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street without a car?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train and line 21 bus which takes 3h 7m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street bus from?

Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from St Leonard's Church station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street.

Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

There are 2291+ hotels available in Chester-le-Street.

Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 21 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Newgate Street to Front Streetbus 21
3h 7m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Bus Stationbus X55
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
4h 37m
£16–24
Drive 134.8 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Streetcar 134.8 mi
2h 45m
£34–49
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X55
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 598 / ...
5h 28m
£21–35

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Chester-le-Street, England?

You can take a bus from St Leonard's Church to Front Street via Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 4h 37m.

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