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Halifax, Great Britain → Dumfries, Great Britain

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Five ways to Travel from Halifax to Dumfries

Composite routes from Halifax to Dumfries

Cheapest
2 h 45 min
Car
227 km.
from $12
Other
2 h 45 min
Rideshare
227 km.
from $8.64
4 h 4 min
186 km.
from $131.61
7 h 13 min
Bus, Train
187 km.
from $66.13
7 h 33 min
188 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Arriva Yorkshire

Phone:
+44 344 800 4411
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/yorkshire/
Bus from Halifax Bus Station N to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.30–$6.08

First Halifax, Calder Valley & Huddersfield

Phone:
0345 646 0707
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/halifax-calder-valley-huddersfield
Bus from Halifax Bus Station N to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$48.10–$151.89
Train from Carlisle to Lockerbie
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.92–$82.28

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Halifax Bus Station N to Bus
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$25.32

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$69.62
Train from Carlisle to Lockerbie
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$35.44

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Halifax to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.02–$16.46

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Once a week
Train from Leeds to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
4h 19m
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Halifax to Dumfries?

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Dumfries is to drive which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Halifax to Dumfries?

The fastest way to get from Halifax to Dumfries is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct train between Halifax and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Halifax and arriving at Dumfries via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Halifax to Dumfries?

The distance between Halifax and Dumfries is 268 km. The road distance is 230.6 km.

How do I travel from Halifax to Dumfries without a car?

The best way to get from Halifax to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs $45.65 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Halifax to Dumfries?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Halifax to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Dumfries train from?

Halifax to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Halifax station.

Where does the Halifax to Dumfries train arrive?

Halifax to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Halifax to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to Dumfries is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Halifax to Dumfries.

How do I get a train ticket from Halifax to Dumfries?

Book your Halifax to Dumfries train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 377+ hotels available in Dumfries. Prices start at $35.55 per night.
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