The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunfermline City (DFE) 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 City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Dunfermline City (DFE) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 37 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dunfermline City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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€9 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dunfermline City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Dunfermline City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:01 AM Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0h34 | 9:35 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:08 PM Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0h31 | 3:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 7:05 AM Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0h36 | 7:41 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 21:08 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) start from as low as $11 (€9) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $11 (€9) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: ScotRail from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsScotRail trains will get you between Dunfermline City (DFE) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $11 (€9). 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 City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunfermline City (DFE) 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 City (DFE) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 19:45 Saturday 06:40 - 19:45 Sunday Closed
- Type of shops available: News kiosk
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. Radar - National Key Scheme
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1 - Opens between 07:00 and 18:00 Platform 2 - Opens between 06:45 and 19:45
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Station car park (disabled spaces) off of St. Margarets drive - KY12 7HT.
- 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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