How to travel from Doncaster to Dunfermline, United Kingdom

The distance between Doncaster and Dunfermline is around 374km (232 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Doncaster to Dunfermline by train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Edinburgh.

  • Duration3h 30m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £39($46)
Operated by

LNER

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Birmingham New Street then fly from Birmingham (BHX) to Edinburgh (EDI).

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Flight time1h 15m
  • Typical cost
    £135($160)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Dunfermline.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Distance374km (232 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Doncaster and Dunfermline

There are several options for getting from Doncaster to Dunfermline by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £39 ($46) and will take around 3h 30m.

The distance between Doncaster and Dunfermline is around 374km (232 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 320km (199 miles)

It takes around 3h 30m to get from Doncaster and Dunfermline by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Doncaster to Dunfermline is to take the train which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx £39 ($46).

The cheapest way to travel between Doncaster and Dunfermline, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £39 ($46) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Doncaster and Dunfermline. It typically takes around 3h 30m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Doncaster to Dunfermline. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Edinburgh. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 30m.

LNER and Caledonian Sleeper run train services between Doncaster and Dunfermline. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Doncaster and Dunfermline. We recommend that you take the train to Edinburgh. instead which will take 3h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Doncaster to Dunfermline. We recommend that you take the train to Birmingham New Street then fly from Birmingham (BHX) to Edinburgh (EDI). instead which will take 3h 45m.

The closest major airport to Dunfermline is Edinburgh Airport (EDI) (EDI) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Dunfermline. Dundee Airport (DND) (DND) and Glasgow Airport (GLA) (GLA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Doncaster and Dunfermline. The distance is around 374km (232 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Doncaster to Dunfermline is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around £39 ($46).

How do I get from Doncaster to Dunfermline

Compare travel optionsbetween Doncaster and Dunfermline

Transport options from Doncaster to Dunfermline
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
3h 30m
£39($46)
hourly405km (251 miles)
Train to Edinburgh4h 10m
£46($55)
3 times a week404km (251 miles)
Train and Plane + 1 similar
3h 45m
£135($160)
hourly588km (365 miles)
Train to Stevenage, Fly3h 55m
£125($150)
hourly744km (462 miles)
Drive
4h 20m
£65($77)
on demand374km (232 miles)

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Airports near Dunfermline

The following major airports near Dunfermline offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

EDI
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
International Airport
Distance
15km (9 miles) from Dunfermline
DND
Dundee Airport (DND)
Domestic Airport
Distance
51km (32 miles) from Dunfermline
GLA
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
International Airport
Distance
65km (40 miles) from Dunfermline