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Compare train and bus for Dunfermline to Stirling
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunfermline to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$18 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dunfermline to Stirling:
A bus is $13 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dunfermline to Stirling costing on average $18 (€18).
Other travel options to Stirling take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 13m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€18) compared to roughly $7 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.89 (€-10.89). The journey takes 1h 13m versus 42m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Why should you book Dunfermline to Stirling trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs London North Eastern Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Scotrail or ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Dunfermline to Stirling.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dunfermline to Stirling
Trains from Dunfermline to Stirling run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€18) but you can travel from only $5 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€18) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 10:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Scotrail, ScotRail from Dunfermline to Stirling trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Scotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Dunfermline and Stirling from $5 (€5). 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 to Stirling
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunfermline to Stirling 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 Stirling, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dunfermline to Stirling
Most Dunfermline to Stirling trains use the Dunfermline City to Stirling station pair. Use this guide to compare Dunfermline and Stirling train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dunfermline station do trains to Stirling leave from?
Getting to Dunfermline City from Dunfermline city centre
Dunfermline City train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Dunfermline City.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dunfermline City.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dunfermline City: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dunfermline City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Dunfermline Queen Margaret from Dunfermline city centre
Dunfermline Queen Margaret is 2 km from Dunfermline city centre. Public transport options include:
Dunfermline Queen Margaret train station facilities and services
Dunfermline Queen Margaret has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dunfermline Queen Margaret: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Dunfermline Queen Margaret: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Stirling station do trains from Dunfermline arrive at?
Getting to Stirling from Stirling city centre
Stirling train station facilities and services
Stirling has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stirling.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stirling. ATMs are available at Stirling.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stirling. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stirling: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stirling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stirling: 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 platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of 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: Yes.
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