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Dunfermline to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Dunfermline to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £6.00, with average prices for this route around £7.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:16 17 minutes, Direct Dalgety Bay	06:33 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
06:26 21 minutes, Direct Dunfermline Town	06:47 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
06:56 17 minutes, Direct Dalgety Bay	07:13 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
07:06 21 minutes, Direct Dunfermline Town	07:27 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
07:17 18 minutes, Direct Dalgety Bay	07:35 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
07:22 22 minutes, Direct Dunfermline Town	07:44 Paris	Find Tickets

Dunfermline to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train

00:08

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Dunfermline

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

13 minutes

Distance

21 km

Price

£6.00*

Train operators

ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Dunfermline to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Dunfermline to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Dunfermline to Edinburgh for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Dunfermline to Edinburgh, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dunfermline to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Dunfermline to Edinburgh train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Dunfermline to Edinburgh with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Dunfermline to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Dunfermline to Edinburgh Train Route Details