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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Dunfermline is to bus via John Dobson Street which costs £16 - £27 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Dunfermline is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £50 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Sutton Street and arriving at Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Durham to Dunfermline?

The distance between Durham and Dunfermline is 154 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Durham to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Dunfermline bus from?

Durham to Dunfermline bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sutton Street station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Dunfermline train from?

Durham to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Durham to Dunfermline is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Durham to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Durham to Dunfermline bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Durham to Dunfermline train arrive?

Durham to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Durham to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Dunfermline is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Durham to Dunfermline.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Durham to Dunfermline?

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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Durham to Dunfermline - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Sheffield - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Towntrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 41m
£54–119
Bus via John Dobson Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Kingsgate Centrebus X55
4h 56m
£16–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 598
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X55
4h 19m
£27–61
Drive 138 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Dunfermlinecar 138 mi
2h 54m
£34–49

Durham to Dunfermline by train

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Distance: 153.3 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Dunfermline, Scotland?

You can take a train from Durham to Dunfermline Town via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sutton Street to Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 19m.

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