The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunfermline to Prestonpans
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunfermline to Prestonpans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunfermline to Prestonpans will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dunfermline for Prestonpans every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
5:261h02Dunfermline6:28Prestonpans£121One-way0 changes
5:261h02Dunfermline6:28Prestonpans£121One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dunfermline to Prestonpans
Trains from Dunfermline to Prestonpans run on average 6 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 6:21 |
Last train 22:42 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Scotrail from Dunfermline to Prestonpans trainsScotrail trains will get you between Dunfermline and Prestonpans from £12. 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 to Prestonpans train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunfermline to Prestonpans 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 Prestonpans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dunfermline and Prestonpans
Most Dunfermline to Prestonpans trains use the Dunfermline City to Prestonpans station pair. Use this guide to compare Dunfermline and Prestonpans train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dunfermline station do trains to Prestonpans 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.
Which Prestonpans station do trains from Dunfermline arrive at?
Getting to Prestonpans from Prestonpans city centre
Prestonpans train station facilities and services
Prestonpans has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prestonpans.
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 Prestonpans: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prestonpans: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prestonpans: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs or access under rail bridge between platforms 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, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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