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Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries
Award-winning museum and gallery exploring Dunfermline's royal, industrial, and Carnegie history. The city's essential cultural visit.
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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh to Dunfermline
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dunfermline among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Dunfermline is a train with an average price of €9.
The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Dunfermline is by train with an average journey time of 33m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Dunfermline including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Edinburgh to Dunfermline among Omio's users.
Edinburgh to Dunfermline Bus Timetables
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Operator Ember | Departure Time 07:16AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 08:46AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 08:51AM | Arrival Time 09:41AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 09:24AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 0h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 09:46AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 09:51AM | Arrival Time 10:41AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 10:06AM | Arrival Time 10:56AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 10:16AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 10:17AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 10:46AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 10:51AM | Arrival Time 11:41AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 11:11AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 11:31AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 11:51AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 12:11PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 12:31PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 12:51PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 01:11PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 01:31PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 01:51PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 02:11PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 02:31PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 02:51PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 03:11PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 03:31PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 03:51PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 04:11PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 04:31PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 04:51PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 05:11PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 05:31PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 05:51PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 06:11PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 06:31PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 06:51PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 07:11PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 07:31PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 07:51PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 08:11PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 08:12PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 08:31PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 08:51PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 09:12PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 09:26PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Stagecoach East Scotland | Departure Time 09:56PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 0h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Ember | Departure Time 10:13PM | Arrival Time 11:12PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline
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Take a bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline and enjoy the approximately 13 miles (21 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Train from €9
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €9
Complete guide to Dunfermline
Things to do in Dunfermline
Discover the best of Dunfermline — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dunfermline trip today.
- Recommended
Abbot House Heritage Centre
Historic house beside the abbey with heritage rooms and changing exhibitions. It offers intimate insight into old Dunfermline life.
- Recommended
Scottish Naval Museum
Volunteer-run naval museum on a former Royal Navy base nearby. Excellent for Cold War, maritime, and dockyard history enthusiasts.
- Must visit
Pittencrieff Park
Historic public park with gardens, peacocks, and palace views. The town's best-loved green space and a top place for a relaxed walk.
- Must visit
Heritage Quarter
Historic quarter around the abbey, palace, and old houses. The best area for absorbing the city's royal and medieval atmosphere.
- Recommended
High Street
Main shopping and civic street linking key heritage sights. Useful for orienting yourself while experiencing everyday city life.
Scotch Broth
A rich meat broth with barley, root vegetables and beef or mutton. A classic Scottish farmhouse soup still found on local menus in Fife.
- Gluten-free
Cullen Skink
Smoked haddock poached in milk, then mixed with mashed potato and butter. It is a beloved Scottish fish dish often served in coastal Fife.
Haggis
Minced sheep offal with oats, suet and spices, cooked in a casing. Scotland's national dish and a staple at traditional suppers.
The Wee Restaurant
Refined restaurant within a country house hotel near Dunfermline, known for polished service and seasonal Scottish produce.
East Port Bar & Grill
Popular steakhouse and grill in central Dunfermline, known for quality beef, hearty Scottish dishes and a lively casual setting.
The Old Inn
Established gastropub serving Scottish and British classics, cask ales and comfort food in a relaxed historic inn atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels and meals are usually below Edinburgh, while rail links and local buses keep sightseeing and day trips fairly manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually just small change.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.80
- Day pass
- £5.80
To the city center
Halbeath Park and Ride -> Dunfermline Bus Station
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Most local buses accept contactless card payments; ask the driver for the best fare if you are unsure.
- Use Halbeath Park and Ride for frequent bus links into central Dunfermline and onward services across Fife and to Edinburgh.
FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Dunfermline by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dunfermline, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The earliest bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline leaves at 11:55 PM.
The cheapest month for a bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Dunfermline including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline.
No, luggage for the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline.
Since neither Edinburgh nor Dunfermline are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Edinburgh to Dunfermline among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Dunfermline, travelers should be aware of common urban safety concerns such as pickpocketing in busy areas and on public transportation. It's advisable to stay vigilant when using ATMs and avoid sharing personal information with strangers. Scams involving overpriced taxi fares or unofficial taxi services can occur, so using licensed taxis or reputable ride-hailing apps is recommended. Overall, Dunfermline is considered a safe destination, but standard precautions help ensure a secure visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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