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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Dunfermline is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Bank Street Gardens and arriving at Kingsgate Centre via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Dunfermline?

The distance between Galashiels and Dunfermline is 49 miles. The road distance is 51.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Galashiels to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Dunfermline bus from?

Galashiels to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Bank Street Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Galashiels to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Dunfermline is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £21 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Galashiels to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Galashiels to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Galashiels to Dunfermline train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galashiels to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Dunfermline is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Galashiels to Dunfermline.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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There are 3 ways to get from Galashiels to Dunfermline by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Tweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Towntrain Edinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
1h 55m
£19–31
Drive 51.4 mi
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1. Drive from Galashiels to Dunfermlinecar 51.4 mi
1h 11m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bank Street Gardens to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Kingsgate Centrebus X55
3h 20m
£14–21

Galashiels to Dunfermline by train

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Dunfermline Town via Edinburgh Waverley in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bank Street Gardens to Kingsgate Centre via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 3h 20m.

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