The cheapest and fastest coaches from Inverness to Dunfermline
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Inverness to Dunfermline is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Dunfermline will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 buses that leave Inverness for Dunfermline every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 163 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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, coach and flight for Inverness to Dunfermline
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Inverness to Dunfermline among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £120.
Distance: 163 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price | £142 Average Price |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Inverness to Dunfermline bus times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Dunfermline coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 6h20 | 19:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h25 | 16:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 5h20 | 18:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 4h50 | 18:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 Inverness, Bus Station | 4h55 | 20:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 6h00 | 22:50 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 7h20 | 00:10 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Inverness, Bus Station | 3h25 | 20:15 Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
![]() | 10:45 Inverness | 5h30 | 16:15 Dunfermline | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Inverness to Dunfermline coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, Scottish Citylink or Park's of Hamilton to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Dunfermline.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Inverness to Dunfermline.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, Scottish Citylink or Park's of Hamilton to find the best option for your trip from Inverness to Dunfermline.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Inverness to Dunfermline.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Inverness to Dunfermline
Buses from Inverness to Dunfermline run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 163 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 163 km |
Average bus duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus, Scottish Citylink, Park's of Hamilton from Inverness to DunfermlineYou can travel by bus between Inverness to Dunfermline with FlixBus, Megabus, Scottish Citylink, Park's of Hamilton for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Inverness to Dunfermline coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness to Dunfermline by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dunfermline, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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