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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE)
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE) will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Dunfermline City (DFE) on Thu, May 07, 2 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 21 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 32 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.
8:45 AM0h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:17 AMDunfermline City (DFE)$111One-way0 transfers- 9:45 AM0h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:17 AMDunfermline City (DFE)$111One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM0h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:17 AMDunfermline City (DFE)$111One-way0 transfers
- 9:45 AM0h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:17 AMDunfermline City (DFE)$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE):
A train is $0.16 (€0.13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE) costing on average $12 (€9).
Other travel options to Dunfermline City (DFE) take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
The journey is about 10m faster (33m by train vs 43m by car) and roughly $39 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($11 (€9) vs $50 (€40)). 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
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 9:17 AM Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:45 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 10:17 AM Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 6:18 AM |
Last train 7:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE) trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Dunfermline City (DFE) from $8 (€6). 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE) 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 City (DFE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Dunfermline City (DFE)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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.
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