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John o' Groats to Dumfries

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Ten ways to Travel from John O' Groats to Dumfries

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Cheapest
By car (562 km)
6 h 37 min
562 km.
from $30
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Plane from John O' Groats (Wick Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
6 h 37 min
562 km.
from $7.33
Bus, Train
11 h 50 min
397 km.
from $199.58
Bus
11 h 51 min
396 km.
from $125.93
Ferry, Plane (Ferry)
9 h 50 min
397 km.
from $458.82
Bus via Edinburgh
12 h 53 min
398 km.
from $5.43
Train via Glasgow
13 h 40 min
398 km.
from $229.91
Train
13 h 47 min
396 km.
from $389
Ferry, Plane (Ferry)
10 h 17 min
397 km.
from $451.86

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$50.63–$69.62

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Academy
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Park's of Hamilton

Phone:
01698 653164
Email:
Website:
parksofhamilton.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Terminal to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$46.83

Houstons Minicoaches

Phone:
+44 1576 203874
Email:
Website:
houstonscoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Lothian Road to Academy
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Haymarket to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.43–$164.55

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Inverness to Haymarket
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$151.89
Train from Glasgow Central to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$31.64–$69.62
Train from Wick to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24
Train from Inverness to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89
Train from Carlisle to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$31.64

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02
Train from Haymarket to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Kirkwall to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$202.52–$886.04
Plane from Kirkwall to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$227.84–$822.76

Other operators

Pentland Ferries

Phone:
+44 (0)800 688 8998
Email:
Website:
pentlandferries.co.uk/
Other from Gills Bay Ferry Terminal to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from John o' Groats to Dumfries?

The cheapest way to get from John o' Groats to Dumfries is to bus which costs $70.65 - $103.26 and takes 11h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from John o' Groats to Dumfries?

The fastest way to get from John o' Groats to Dumfries is to drive which takes 6h 39m and costs $108.70 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between John o' Groats and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from John o' Groats to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Academy Street via Bus Terminal, Inverness Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.

How far is it from John o' Groats to Dumfries?

The distance between John o' Groats and Dumfries is 632 km. The road distance is 548.7 km.

How do I travel from John o' Groats to Dumfries without a car?

The best way to get from John o' Groats to Dumfries without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 51m and costs $119.57 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from John o' Groats to Dumfries?

It takes approximately 11h 51m to get from John o' Groats to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the John o' Groats to Dumfries bus from?

John o' Groats to Dumfries bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from John o' Groats to Dumfries?

The best way to get from John o' Groats to Dumfries is to bus which takes 11h 51m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can train via Glasgow, which costs $141.30 - $326.09 and takes 13h 40m.

Where does the John o' Groats to Dumfries bus arrive?

John o' Groats to Dumfries bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 3.

Can I drive from John o' Groats to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between John o' Groats to Dumfries is 549 km. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from John o' Groats to Dumfries.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 372+ hotels available in Dumfries. Prices start at $36.76 per night.
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