Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline by train

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Overview: trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline

Find the key information for travelling by train from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:26 View journey
Last train 22:40 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 8m View journey
Distance (km) 168
Trains / day 36 View all
Cheapest journey AU$23.36 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 40m
Train operators 6

Explore Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline by train

Thinking about travelling from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Newcastle upon Tyne and Dunfermline

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$23.36. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline departure frequency and train timetable

With 36 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 17 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:26 and the last one is at 22:40. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:28, with the last one at 21:52.

Train travel time and distance from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 8 minutes. The total distance travelled is 168 kilometres.

When are tickets between Newcastle upon Tyne and Dunfermline available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Newcastle upon Tyne and Dunfermline can be purchased 4 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Further insights on trains from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Dunfermline city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline

Want to know more about your journey from Newcastle upon Tyne to Dunfermline? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Newcastle upon Tyne and Dunfermline spans 168 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.