What is the cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Melrose Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey. However, there are services departing from St Leonard's Church and arriving at Market Square via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Melrose Abbey?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Tweedbank via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey?

The distance between Dunfermline and Melrose Abbey is 53 miles. The road distance is 54.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £25 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey train from?

Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunfermline Town station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £21 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey.

Where can I stay near Melrose Abbey?

There are 403+ hotels available in Melrose Abbey.

Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey 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 Tweedbanktrain Edinburgh - Tweedbank
2h 26m
£25–46
Drive 54.5 mi
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1. Drive from Dunfermline to Melrose Abbeycar 54.5 mi
1h 15m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Leonard's Church to Bus Stationbus X55
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Market Squarebus 51
3h 45m
£15–20

Dunfermline to Melrose Abbey by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 53.2 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Melrose Abbey, The Scottish Borders, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Melrose Abbey via Edinburgh Waverley, Tweedbank, Tweedbank Station, and Abbey Car Park in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Leonard's Church to Melrose Abbey via Bus Station, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Market Square in around 3h 45m.

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