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 £16 - £28 and takes 4h 30m.

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 30m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via Edinburgh Waverley and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

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

The distance between Dunfermline and Chester-le-Street is 148 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 which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m 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 do I catch the Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street train from?

Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunfermline Town station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £28 and takes 4h 30m.

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.

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

Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley 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.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street?

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Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

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Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 53m
£44–114
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 30m
£17–27
Drive 134.8 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Chester-le-Streetcar 134.8 mi
2h 45m
£33–48

Dunfermline to Chester-le-Street by train

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Distance: 147.6 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Chester-Le-Street via Edinburgh Waverley and Newcastle in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, 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 30m.

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