What is the cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley?

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley is to bus via Princes Street which costs £4 - £7 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley?

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £120 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Edinburgh Waverley?

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 36 min.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley?

The distance between Dunfermline and Edinburgh Waverley is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley without a car?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley?

The train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverley takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley train from?

Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunfermline Town station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley is to train which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus via Princes Street, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley train arrive?

Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley is 18 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Waverley?

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Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
36 min
£7–14
Bus via Princes Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Princes Streetbus X55
57 min
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverleytaxi 18.2 mi
31 min
£120–150
Drive 18.2 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverleycar 18.2 mi
31 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to York Placebus X55
57 min
£4–7

Dunfermline to Edinburgh Waverley by train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dunfermline Town to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from St Leonard's Church to Princes Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 47 min.

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