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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Dunfermline is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Dunfermline?

The distance between Motherwell and Dunfermline is 51 miles. The road distance is 38 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Motherwell to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Dunfermline bus from?

Motherwell to Dunfermline bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Hamilton Road station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Motherwell to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Dunfermline is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Motherwell to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Motherwell to Dunfermline bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Motherwell to Dunfermline train arrive?

Motherwell to Dunfermline train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Dunfermline is 38 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Motherwell to Dunfermline.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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Motherwell to Dunfermline - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Motherwell to Dunfermline by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dunfermline Towntrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
1h 38m
£21–38
Drive 37.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Motherwell to Dunfermlinecar 37.7 mi
50 min
£10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from High Street Stance B to Bus Stationbus 8A / ...
2h 23m
£15–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motherwell to Dunfermlinetaxi 37.7 mi
50 min
£160–200
Line 242 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Maxim Business Parkbus 242 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Shandwick Placebus 900
3. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Stationbus X55
2h 38m
£13–23

Motherwell to Dunfermline by train

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Distance: 50.2 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Dunfermline Town via Haymarket in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 2h 23m.

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