What is the cheapest way to get from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline?

The cheapest way to get from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline?

The fastest way to get from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling Castle and Dunfermline?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Stirling Castle and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline?

The distance between Stirling Castle and Dunfermline is 23 miles. The road distance is 23.1 miles.

How do I travel from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline without a car?

The best way to get from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline without a car is to bus which takes 1h 9m and costs £5 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline?

The bus from Bus Station to Bus Station takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Stirling Castle to Dunfermline bus from?

Stirling Castle to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stirling Castle to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline is to bus which takes 1h 9m and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Stirling Castle to Dunfermline bus arrive?

Stirling Castle to Dunfermline bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stirling Castle to Dunfermline train arrive?

Stirling Castle to Dunfermline train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling Castle to Dunfermline is 23 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline.

How do I get a train ticket from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline?

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

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Stirling Castle to Dunfermline - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X22
1h 9m
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarkettrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dunfermline Towntrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
1h 49m
£18–41
Drive 23 mi
1. Drive from Stirling Castle to Dunfermlinecar 23 mi
35 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stirling Castle to Dunfermlinetaxi 23 mi
35 min
£50–60

Stirling Castle to Dunfermline by foot and train

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Distance: 23 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Stirling Castle, Scotland and Dunfermline, Scotland?

Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stirling Castle to Dunfermline Town via Stirling and Haymarket in around 1h 49m.

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