What is the cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle?

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Stirling Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Stirling Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Stirling via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle?

The distance between Dunfermline and Stirling Castle is 23 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

How do I travel from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle without a car is to bus which takes 1h 9m and costs £5 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle?

The bus from Bus Station to Bus Station takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Stirling Castle bus from?

Dunfermline to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Stirling Castle train from?

Dunfermline to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunfermline Town station.

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle is to bus which takes 1h 9m and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £45 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Stirling Castle bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Stirling Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Stirling Castle train arrive?

Dunfermline to Stirling Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Stirling Castle is 23 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle?

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Where can I stay near Stirling Castle?

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Dunfermline to Stirling Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Dunfermline to Stirling Castle by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X22
1h 9m
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Haymarkettrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Stirlingtrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
1h 48m
£18–40
Drive 22.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Stirling Castlecar 22.9 mi
34 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Stirling Castletaxi 22.9 mi
34 min
£50–60

Dunfermline to Stirling Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 22.5 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Stirling Castle, Scotland?

Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Stirling Castle via Haymarket and Stirling in around 1h 48m.

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