The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 6 trains that leave Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Thu, May 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 40 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.
Y390977:03 AM0h35Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)7:38 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Y407267:19 AM0h40Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)7:59 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Y407226:23 AM0h38Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)7:01 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Y406518:22 AM0h44Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)9:06 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Y391098:02 AM0h39Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)8:41 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Y390977:03 AM0h35Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)7:38 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Y407226:23 AM0h38Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)7:01 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Y391098:02 AM0h39Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)8:41 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Y407267:19 AM0h40Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)7:59 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Y406977:36 AM0h40Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL)8:16 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Bus takes on average 38m.
The journey is about 4m faster (38m by train vs 42m by car) and roughly $39 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€10) vs $51 (€41)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with ScotRail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y40722 | 6:23 AM Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) | 0h38 | 7:01 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y39097 | 7:03 AM Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) | 0h35 | 7:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y40726 | 7:19 AM Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) | 0h40 | 7:59 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y40697 | 7:36 AM Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) | 0h40 | 8:16 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y39109 | 8:02 AM Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) | 0h39 | 8:41 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y40651 | 8:22 AM Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) | 0h44 | 9:06 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 13:38. The fastest train covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 7:02 AM |
Last train 1:38 PM |
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Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dunfermline Queen Margaret (DFL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park at the entrance to Platform 2
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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