How to get to Glasgow from Dunfermline

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Compare train and coach for Dunfermline to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunfermline to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £23.

Distance: 55 km

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£23

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£10

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£41

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1h 47m

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1h 17m

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2h 17m

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57m

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0.1 - 0.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Dunfermline to Glasgow is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Dunfermline to Glasgow:

A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dunfermline to Glasgow costing on average £23.

The fastest way to travel from Dunfermline to Glasgow is by train with an average journey time of 1h 47m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dunfermline and Glasgow including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £18. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Dunfermline to Glasgow

How to get to Glasgow from Dunfermline by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Dunfermline to Glasgow is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    17:252h05
    Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride
    19:30Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £111One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    17:252h05
    Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride
    19:30Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £111One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • ScotrailW68662 · L87755
    17:281h20
    Dunfermline City (DFE)
    18:48Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £241One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • ScotrailW68638 · L87831
    8:251h21
    Dunfermline City (DFE)
    9:46Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • ScotrailW68692 · L87847
    8:571h24
    Dunfermline City (DFE)
    10:21Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • ScotrailW68744 · L87773
    18:091h27
    Dunfermline City (DFE)
    19:36Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    13:352h20
    Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride
    15:55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:252h20
    Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride
    14:45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £111One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:252h30
    Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride
    9:55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    £111One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Dunfermline to Glasgow

Travel to Glasgow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dunfermline to Glasgow.

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There are 2 options to travel between Dunfermline and Glasgow including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Dunfermline to Glasgow is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Dunfermline to Glasgow:

A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dunfermline to Glasgow costing on average £23.

The fastest way to travel from Dunfermline to Glasgow is by train with an average journey time of 1h 47m.

Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 17m.

The Dunfermline to Glasgow distance is approximately 55 km.
The average frequency per day from Dunfermline to Glasgow is:
  • Around 11 coaches per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dunfermline and Glasgow as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dunfermline to Glasgow:
  • Trains mostly depart from Dunfermline City (DFE) and arrive in Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride and arrive in Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dunfermline to Glasgow, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Glasgow by coach.
  • Travel with Scotrail to go to Glasgow by train.
Omio customers who travel from Dunfermline to Glasgow often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Belfast, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Glasgow and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Dunfermline to Glasgow, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Glasgow, you can explore the vibrant West End, known for its bohemian atmosphere, eclectic shops, and lively cafes. Take a stroll along the River Clyde to enjoy scenic views and modern architecture. Visit the Gallery of Modern Art for contemporary works or experience live music at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom. Discover Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage at the Tall Ship at Riverside. Don't miss the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral, The Riverside Museum, Glasgow Botanic Gardens, and The Necropolis for a rich mix of art, history, and nature.
For a comprehensive experience of Glasgow, plan for 2 to 3 days to visit key attractions like the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Riverside Museum, and the Glasgow Cathedral, while also enjoying the vibrant music and food scene.

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