The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
To travel from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.










Live departures
Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:27 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 3h59 | 17:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:29 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 3h57 | 19:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
![]() | 07:39 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 3h47 | 11:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:25 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 4h01 | 13:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:28 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 3h58 | 15:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 11:28, the last at 11:28. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 6h 58m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 58m |
First train 11:28 |
Last train 11:28 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Dunfermline City (DFE) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunfermline City (DFE) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Dunfermline City (DFE) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- 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: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
