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Trip Summary
16 trains operate daily from Dunfermline to Aberdeen. The train trip from Dunfermline to Aberdeen is usually about 3 hours and 37 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest ScotRail train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 37 minutes.
| Distance | 91 mi (146 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 37m |
| Lowest price | €30.39 |
| Most frequent service | ScotRail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Dunfermline to Aberdeen?
ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects Dunfermline to Aberdeen. However, there are 16 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ScotRail | 16 | 3h 38m | €36.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Dunfermline to Aberdeen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Dunfermline at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
City Information
Dunfermline
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Link to image attributionWith its earliest known settlements dating back to the Neolithic period, Dunfermline has a vibrant history. This town in the east of Scotland has both an intriguing past and a lively contemporary scene.
To look into the town's history, visit Dunfermline Abbey and Palace to see the fascinating medieval interior architecture, marble effigies, and the final resting place of Robert the Bruce. Dunfermline was also the birthplace of the great philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, and you can now learn more about his life and legacy at the Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum. Visit the award-winning Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries to learn more about the history of Scotland's ancient capital.
Dunfermline is easily accessible by car, train, coach, and plane. Dunfermline's two railway stations, Dunfermline Town and Dunfermline Queen Margaret, welcome ScotRail trains regularly arriving from Edinburgh. Edinburgh International Airport is only 14 miles from Dunfermline, providing access for visitors from further afield. In addition, frequent coach services run from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth, and other surrounding towns, all arriving at Dunfermline Bus Station.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Dunfermline?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Dunfermline Town
Dunfermline Town Railway Station is at the southwest corner of Dunfermline Public Park, off of St Margarets Drive. Most of Dunfermline's town center is within a 15-minute walk of the station, including the Dunfermline Abbey and Carnegie Hall. Staff in the small station building are on hand to assist with questions, and restrooms are available. Both the northbound and southbound platforms have waiting rooms connected by a ramped subway. ScotRail's Fife Circle Line stops at this station on its route to destinations including Edinburgh and Inverkeithing.
All train stations in Dunfermline:
Dunfermline Town
Dunfermline Queen Margaret Train Station
Where is the train station in Aberdeen?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Aberdeen has one train station.
Train stations in Aberdeen:
Train Station
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