Dunfermline travel guide

Dunfermline Tourism | Dunfermline Guide

You're Going to Love Dunfermline

With a population of 38.960, Dunfermline is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dunfermline to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Dunfermline

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tony Macaroni - Dunfermline (Whimbrel Pl) and The Botanist at Keavil House (Crossford) are great picks.

When to visit Dunfermline

Dunfermline in November
Estimated hotel price
£71
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dunfermline in November
Estimated hotel price
£71
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dunfermline

Plane

When flying to Dunfermline, you’ll arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 15 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Dunfermline include Ryanair UK, easyJet and Loganair. The shortest domestic flight to Dunfermline departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dunfermline, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Dunfermline to Glasgow takes 1h 30m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £22 for a 3h 15m trip. Located 0.5 km from the city centre, Dunfermline Town is the busiest station in Dunfermline. Another popular train station is Dunfermline Qn Margaret, located 2.5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Dunfermline is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 298 km from Dunfermline. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dunfermline, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Dunfermline takes 95 km and will cost you around £11. From Dundee, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 153 km. The most popular bus station is Dunfermline Halbeath Park and Ride, located 5 km from the city centre of Dunfermline. Dunfermline Carnegie College is also a commonly used station, and is 3 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Dunfermline, you’ll arrive at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 15 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Dunfermline include Ryanair UK, easyJet and Loganair. The shortest domestic flight to Dunfermline departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Dunfermline, followed by Lumo. The train journey from Dunfermline to Glasgow takes 1h 30m and costs around £16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about £22 for a 3h 15m trip. Located 0.5 km from the city centre, Dunfermline Town is the busiest station in Dunfermline. Another popular train station is Dunfermline Qn Margaret, located 2.5 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Dunfermline is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 298 km from Dunfermline. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dunfermline, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Glasgow, the bus ride to Dunfermline takes 95 km and will cost you around £11. From Dundee, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 153 km. The most popular bus station is Dunfermline Halbeath Park and Ride, located 5 km from the city centre of Dunfermline. Dunfermline Carnegie College is also a commonly used station, and is 3 km from the city centre.

Airports near Dunfermline

Airlines serving Dunfermline

Lufthansa
Good (4,620 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (928 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,460 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,292 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,741 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dunfermline

Average rates range from around £82 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £116 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dunfermline

Most booked hotels in Dunfermline

Three Bridges Bed & Breakfast
1 star
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£59+
DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£147+
Orocco Pier
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£109+
Pitbauchlie House Hotel Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£88+
Holiday Inn Express Dunfermline
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£95+
Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£141+

Hiring a car in Dunfermline

Hiring a car in Dunfermline costs £29 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in Dunfermline.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Dunfermline (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.87 and £23.82. The most frequently booked car type in Dunfermline is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Dunfermline costs £29 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in Dunfermline.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Dunfermline (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.87 and £23.82. The most frequently booked car type in Dunfermline is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 79% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.