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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Dunfermline is to bus which costs £70 - £260 and takes 17h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Dunfermline is to train and fly which takes 5h 58m and costs £110 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Mereside and arriving at Kingsgate Centre via Marks and Spencer, Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

How far is it from Portland to Dunfermline?

The distance between Portland and Dunfermline is 560 miles. The road distance is 460.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Dunfermline without a car is to train via London which takes 9h 42m and costs £190 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 9h 42m to get from Portland to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Dunfermline bus from?

Portland to Dunfermline bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marks and Spencer station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Dunfermline train from?

Portland to Dunfermline train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Weymouth station.

Train or bus from Portland to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Portland to Dunfermline is to train via London which takes 9h 42m and costs £190 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £260 and takes 17h 7m.

Where does the Portland to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Portland to Dunfermline bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Portland to Dunfermline train arrive?

Portland to Dunfermline train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portland to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Dunfermline is 460 miles. It takes approximately 8h 12m to drive from Portland to Dunfermline.

Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2921+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

Portland to Dunfermline - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Portland to Dunfermline by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
9h 42m
£198–344
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marks and Spencer to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
17h 7m
£74–259
Drive 457.5 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Dunfermlinecar 457.5 mi
8h 12m
£112–161
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
5h 58m
£118–271
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
12h 30m
£276–417
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
12h 51m
£178–344
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
7h 39m
£91–205
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
7h 8m
£85–280
Line 1 bus, train to Bournemouth Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Mereside to Kings Statuebus
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
3. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BOH - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Gateway to Dunfermline Towntrain
6h 44m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
8h 54m
£88–234

Portland to Dunfermline by bus, foot, train, and subway

177Weekly Services

9h 42mAverage Duration

£198Cheapest Price

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Distance: 556.3 mi
Duration: 9h 42m

What companies run services between Portland, Dorset, England and Dunfermline, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Mereside to Dunfermline Town via Kings Statue, Weymouth, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 9h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mereside to Kingsgate Centre via Kings Statue, Marks and Spencer, Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 17h 7m.

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