What is the cheapest way to get from South Shields to Dunfermline?

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Dunfermline is to train via South Shields which costs £30 - £55 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Shields to Dunfermline?

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Newcastle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from South Shields to Dunfermline?

The distance between South Shields and Dunfermline is 151 miles. The road distance is 135 miles.

How do I travel from South Shields to Dunfermline without a car?

The best way to get from South Shields to Dunfermline without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from South Shields to Dunfermline?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from South Shields to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Shields to Dunfermline train from?

South Shields to Dunfermline train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the South Shields to Dunfermline train arrive?

South Shields to Dunfermline train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Dunfermline is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from South Shields to Dunfermline.

Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2716+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

South Shields to Dunfermline - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Shields to Dunfermline by train, ferry, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Towntrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
2h 56m
£38–101
Train via South Shields
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline Towntrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
3h 47m
£31–51
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from South Shields Ferry Terminal to North Shields Ferry Terminalferry
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Kingsgate Centrebus X55
5h 23m
Drive 134.3 mi
1. Drive from South Shields to Dunfermlinecar 134.3 mi
2h 47m
£34–49

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between South Shields, England and Dunfermline, Scotland?

You can take a subway from South Shields to Dunfermline Town via Central Station, Newcastle, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 56m.

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