4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Dunfermline
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Dunfermline is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Dunfermline will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh for Dunfermline every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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.
W687696:180h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:51Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes- W686367:460h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:18Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes
- C149776:480h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:21Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes
- W687568:450h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:17Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes
- W687727:180h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:51Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes
- W686367:460h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:18Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes
- W687568:450h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)9:17Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes
- W687696:180h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:51Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes
- C149776:480h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:21Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes
- W687727:180h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:51Dunfermline City (DFE)£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Dunfermline
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Dunfermline among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. 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 coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 21 km
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Dunfermline train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Dunfermline trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W68870 | On time 16:17 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h34 | 16:51 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68865 | On time 16:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 17:21 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68681 | On time 17:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h34 | 17:42 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68871 | On time 17:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h36 | 17:54 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68666 | On time 17:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h34 | 18:16 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68874 | On time 18:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h34 | 18:53 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68728 | On time 18:54 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 19:26 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68875 | On time 19:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h30 | 19:49 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68687 | On time 19:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 20:21 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
| W68769 | 6:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h33 | 6:51 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14977 | 6:48 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h33 | 7:21 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68772 | 7:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h33 | 7:51 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68636 | 7:46 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 8:18 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68780 | 8:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h34 | 8:45 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W68756 | 8:45 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h32 | 9:17 Dunfermline City (DFE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Dunfermline
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Trains from Edinburgh to Dunfermline run on average 9 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 31m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Edinburgh to Dunfermline trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Edinburgh and Dunfermline from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Dunfermline train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Dunfermline
Most Edinburgh to Dunfermline trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Dunfermline City station pair, with some services arriving at Dunfermline Queen Margaret. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Dunfermline train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Dunfermline station do trains from Edinburgh 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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