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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.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Dunfermline is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Dunfermline will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dundee for Dunfermline on Sun, Aug 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Dunfermline among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Dundee to Dunfermline:
A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dundee to Dunfermline costing on average $32.
Other travel options to Dunfermline take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
Tickets start at around $32 compared to roughly $59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $27. The journey takes 1h 8m versus 1h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with ScotRail.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Dunfermline trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:47 PM Dundee | 1h33 | 8:20 PM Dunfermline | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
![]() | 8:25 AM Dundee | 1h19 | 9:44 AM Dunfermline | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Dundee | 1h19 | 10:44 AM Dunfermline | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Dundee to Dunfermline run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 5:41 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Dunfermline — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Dunfermline trip today.
Award-winning museum and gallery exploring Dunfermline's royal, industrial, and Carnegie history. The city's essential cultural visit.
Historic house beside the abbey with heritage rooms and changing exhibitions. It offers intimate insight into old Dunfermline life.
Volunteer-run naval museum on a former Royal Navy base nearby. Excellent for Cold War, maritime, and dockyard history enthusiasts.
Historic public park with gardens, peacocks, and palace views. The town's best-loved green space and a top place for a relaxed walk.
Historic quarter around the abbey, palace, and old houses. The best area for absorbing the city's royal and medieval atmosphere.
Main shopping and civic street linking key heritage sights. Useful for orienting yourself while experiencing everyday city life.
A rich meat broth with barley, root vegetables and beef or mutton. A classic Scottish farmhouse soup still found on local menus in Fife.
Smoked haddock poached in milk, then mixed with mashed potato and butter. It is a beloved Scottish fish dish often served in coastal Fife.
Minced sheep offal with oats, suet and spices, cooked in a casing. Scotland's national dish and a staple at traditional suppers.
Refined restaurant within a country house hotel near Dunfermline, known for polished service and seasonal Scottish produce.
Popular steakhouse and grill in central Dunfermline, known for quality beef, hearty Scottish dishes and a lively casual setting.
Established gastropub serving Scottish and British classics, cask ales and comfort food in a relaxed historic inn atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and meals are usually below Edinburgh, while rail links and local buses keep sightseeing and day trips fairly manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if not already added. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, usually just small change.
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Dunfermline City Railway Station -> Dunfermline Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee to Dunfermline by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dunfermline, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dundee to Dunfermline trains use the Dundee to Dunfermline City station pair, with some services arriving at Dunfermline Queen Margaret. Use this guide to compare Dundee and Dunfermline train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dundee has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Dundee.
Wi-Fi is available at Dundee.
Ticket office support is available at Dundee. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dundee: Parking, WC.
Available at Dundee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dundee: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Dunfermline City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Dunfermline City.
Wi-Fi is available at Dunfermline City.
Ticket office support is available at Dunfermline City. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dunfermline City: Parking, WC.
Available at Dunfermline City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dunfermline City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 2, subway and steep ramp to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 11, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Dunfermline Queen Margaret is 2 km from Dunfermline city centre. Public transport options include:
Dunfermline Queen Margaret has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dunfermline Queen Margaret: Parking.
Available at Dunfermline Queen Margaret: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dunfermline Queen Margaret: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 5, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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