Bus and Coach from Edinburgh to Dunfermline: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Edinburgh to Dunfermline from various bus operators like Scottish Citylink or megabus for the next days.

today

£4

tomorrow

Tuesday

£4

Wednesday

Thursday

£7

Friday

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Scottish Citylink	0h 35m	06:40	Edinburgh	Central bus station	07:15	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Basic	£4	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 01/02/2026 06:40:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/02/2026 07:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
Scottish Citylink	0h 38m	07:35	Edinburgh	Central bus station	08:13	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Basic	£4	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 01/02/2026 07:35:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/02/2026 08:13:00. 50 Basic ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
Scottish Citylink	0h 38m	08:35	Edinburgh	Central bus station	09:13	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Basic	£4	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 01/02/2026 08:35:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/02/2026 09:13:00. 50 Basic ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
megabus	0h 38m	08:40	Edinburgh	Central bus station	09:18	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Economy	£7	A Bus from megabus goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 01/02/2026 08:40:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/02/2026 09:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
megabus	0h 38m	07:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	07:53	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Economy	£8	A Bus from megabus goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 01/02/2026 07:15:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/02/2026 07:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Scottish Citylink	0h 17m	00:13	Edinburgh	Barnton Junction	00:30	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Basic	£4	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Barnton Junction, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 00:13:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/02/2026 00:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 17m
Scottish Citylink	0h 17m	06:58	Edinburgh	Barnton Junction	07:15	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Basic	£4	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Barnton Junction, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 06:58:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/02/2026 07:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 17m
Scottish Citylink	0h 17m	07:36	Edinburgh	Barnton Junction	07:53	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Basic	£4	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Barnton Junction, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 07:36:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/02/2026 07:53:00. 50 Basic ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 17m
megabus	0h 38m	08:40	Edinburgh	Central bus station	09:18	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Economy	£4	A Bus from megabus goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 08:40:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/02/2026 09:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
megabus	0h 38m	07:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	07:53	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Economy	£5	A Bus from megabus goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 07:15:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/02/2026 07:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
megabus	0h 38m	08:40	Edinburgh	Central bus station	09:18	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Economy	£7	A Bus from megabus goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 08:40:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 09:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
megabus	0h 35m	06:40	Edinburgh	Central bus station	07:15	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Economy	£8	A Bus from megabus goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 06:40:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 07:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
megabus	0h 38m	07:15	Edinburgh	Central bus station	07:53	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Economy	£8	A Bus from megabus goes from Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 07:15:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 07:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 38m
Scottish Citylink	0h 31m	09:22	Edinburgh	Edingburgh - Queensferry Street	09:53	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Basic	£11	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Edingburgh - Queensferry Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 09:22:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 09:53:00. 50 Basic ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 31m
Scottish Citylink	0h 31m	11:22	Edinburgh	Edingburgh - Queensferry Street	11:53	Dunfermline	Halbeath Park and Ride	Basic	£11	A Bus from Scottish Citylink goes from Edingburgh - Queensferry Street, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 11:22:00 to Halbeath Park and Ride, Dunfermline (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 11:53:00. 50 Basic ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 31m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Edinburgh to Dunfermline is £4 on 30/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Dunfermline

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Dunfermline are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 174 daily coaches from Edinburgh to Dunfermline. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 145 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Dunfermline.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 191 coaches from Edinburgh to Dunfermline, while Night sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Dunfermline, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Edinburgh to Dunfermline

Compare all providers like Scottish Citylink and megabus that travel 162 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Dunfermline starting from £4!

Cheapest Bus	£4
Fastest Bus	0h 17m
Earliest Coach	05:46
Latest Coach	23:55
Daily Bus Connections	162 Ø
Distance	21.0 km
Coach Companies	Scottish Citylink and megabus

Cheapest coach connections from Edinburgh to Dunfermline

Every day, 162 buses from 2 coach companies leave Edinburgh for Dunfermline: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/02/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 26/01

Tuesday 27/01

Wednesday 28/01

Thursday 29/01

Friday 30/01

Saturday 31/01

Sunday 01/02

£4

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 03/02

£4

Wednesday 04/02

Thursday 05/02

£7

Friday 06/02

Saturday 07/02

Sunday 08/02

Monday 09/02

Tuesday 10/02

Wednesday 11/02

Thursday 12/02

Friday 13/02

Saturday 14/02

Sunday 15/02

Monday 16/02

Tuesday 17/02

Wednesday 18/02

Thursday 19/02

Friday 20/02

Saturday 21/02

Sunday 22/02

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Dunfermline

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Dunfermline, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £4, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Edinburgh to Dunfermline. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £7.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Dunfermline, with £4. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £4.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh to Dunfermline

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Edinburgh to Dunfermline in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Edinburgh to Dunfermline are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Edinburgh to Dunfermline

These are the most booked bus companies between Edinburgh to Dunfermline from our users.

Scottish Citylink from Edinburgh to Dunfermline

Here you will find the key facts about the Scottish Citylink bus route Edinburgh to Dunfermline:

Cheapest Price	£4
Fastest Coach	0h 17m
Earliest Coach	05:46
Last Coach	23:55
Daily Connections	128 Ø
Found on	30/01/2026

megabus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline

Here you will find the key facts about the megabus bus route Edinburgh to Dunfermline:

Cheapest Price	£4
Fastest Coach	0h 35m
Earliest Coach	06:40
Last Coach	23:55
Daily Connections	34 Ø
Found on	30/01/2026

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Dunfermline

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Edinburgh and Dunfermline.

Central bus station

Multrees Walk 13-14

St Andrew Square

St Andrew's House Station

Edinburgh St Andrew's House Edinburgh St Andrew's House

Edingburgh - Queensferry Street

N St David St

Bus Station

Queen Anne St 30

Halbeath Park and Ride

Halbeath P&R

Lynebank Hospital

Carnegie College

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Edinburgh to Dunfermline? Or which bus companies serve the route Edinburgh to Dunfermline? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Dunfermline bus

How much does a Edinburgh - Dunfermline coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Edinburgh - Dunfermline bus trip is available from £4 and takes 0h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Edinburgh to Dunfermline?

The connection Edinburgh to Dunfermline is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £4 to £15. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Edinburgh - Dunfermline route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Edinburgh to Dunfermline is offered by roughly 162 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Dunfermline from Edinburgh take?

The quickest coach from Edinburgh to Dunfermline is provided by Scottish Citylink and takes 0h 17m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £4. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline?

The earliest bus to Dunfermline departs from Edinburgh at 05:46. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Edinburgh to Dunfermline?

The latest bus to Dunfermline departs from Edinburgh at 23:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Edinburgh - Dunfermline route?

Passengers looking to travel from Edinburgh to Dunfermline can travel with Scottish Citylink and megabus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dunfermline?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh and Dunfermline by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Scottish Citylink and megabus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Dunfermline from Edinburgh?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Edinburgh Dunfermline bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Edinburgh Dunfermline bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Edinburgh to Dunfermline on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Edinburgh to Dunfermline?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 162 daily trips between Edinburgh and Dunfermline. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Edinburgh to Dunfermline?

Prices and availability for 162 trips between Edinburgh and Dunfermline change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Edinburgh to Dunfermline

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Edinburgh and to Dunfermline

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Edinburgh and to Dunfermline. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!