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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Dunfermline is to bus via Aberdeen which costs £20 - £30 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Elgin West Road and arriving at Kingsgate Centre via Bus Station Stance 3 and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Inverkeithing via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Elgin to Dunfermline?

The distance between Elgin and Dunfermline is 194 miles. The road distance is 146.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Elgin to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Dunfermline bus from?

Elgin to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Elgin West Road station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Elgin to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Elgin to Dunfermline is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Elgin to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Elgin to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Inverness Union Street station.

Where does the Elgin to Dunfermline train arrive?

Elgin to Dunfermline train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Inverkeithing station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Dunfermline is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Elgin to Dunfermline.

Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2765+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverkeithingtrain Inverness - Edinburgh
4h 20m
£82–148
Bus via Aberdeen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Squarebus 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park & Ridebus Uk092 / ...
6h 27m
£20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elgin West Road to Inverness Union Streetbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Park & Ridebus M90
5h 21m
£30–69
Drive 145.6 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Dunfermlinecar 145.6 mi
3h
£36–52

Elgin to Dunfermline by train and bus

6Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Elgin to Inverkeithing 6 times a week. Tickets cost £75–150 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elgin West Road to Kingsgate Centre via Inverness Union Street, Bus Station Stance 3, and Park & Ride in around 5h 21m.

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