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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
9 h 28 m
Average duration
9 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
It's difficult to get from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline without transferring at least 2 times.
11:49 PM9h28Middlesbrough9:17 AMDunfermline$1641One-way2 transfers
- 11:49 PM9h28Middlesbrough9:17 AMDunfermline$1641One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Middlesbrough to Dunfermline
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $67.
Distance: 135 miles (218 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$67 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline:
A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline costing on average $67 (€55).
Other travel options to Dunfermline take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 10m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (3h 12m by train vs 3h 29m by car). Tickets start at around $67 (€55) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline
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Trains from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 135 miles (218 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 7:26 AM |
Last train 7:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Dunfermline from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Middlesbrough to Dunfermline
Most Middlesbrough to Dunfermline trains use the Middlesbrough to Dunfermline City station pair, with some services arriving at Dunfermline Queen Margaret. Use this guide to compare Middlesbrough and Dunfermline train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains to Dunfermline leave from?
Getting to Middlesbrough from Middlesbrough city centre
Middlesbrough train station facilities and services
Middlesbrough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Middlesbrough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Middlesbrough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Middlesbrough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Middlesbrough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Middlesbrough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Middlesbrough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay), 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to South Bank from Middlesbrough city centre
South Bank is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
South Bank train station facilities and services
South Bank has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Bank.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Bank: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Bank: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dunfermline station do trains from Middlesbrough arrive at?
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.
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