What is the cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Thornton?

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Thornton is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Thornton?

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Thornton is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Thornton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Thornton station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Station Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Thornton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Glenrothes with Thornton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Thornton?

The distance between Dunfermline and Thornton is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dunfermline to Thornton without a car?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Thornton without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs £6 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Dunfermline to Thornton?

The train from Dunfermline Town to Glenrothes with Thornton takes 26 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Thornton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Thornton train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Thornton?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Thornton is to train which takes 26 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 39 bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Thornton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dunfermline to Thornton train arrive?

Dunfermline to Thornton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glenrothes with Thornton station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Thornton is 15 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Dunfermline to Thornton.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunfermline to Thornton?

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Where can I stay near Thornton?

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Dunfermline to Thornton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 39 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunfermline Town to Glenrothes with Thorntontrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
26 min
£6–12
Drive 15.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Thorntoncar 15.2 mi
19 min
£4–6
Bus, line 39 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X24
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Roadbus 37A / ...
1h 2m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dunfermline to Thorntontaxi 15.2 mi
19 min
£30–45

Dunfermline to Thornton by train

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Thornton, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Dunfermline Town to Glenrothes with Thornton hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Station Road via Bus Station in around 1h 2m.

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