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5 h 58 min
213 km.
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Belfast, Great Britain → Dumfries, Great Britain

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Two ways to Travel from Belfast to Dumfries

Composite routes from Belfast to Dumfries

Cheapest
5 h 58 min
Car
213 km.
from $11
Other
5 h 19 min
156 km.
from $221.74

Transport providers

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:
$49.37–$151.89

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Train from Belfast Lanyon Place to Larne
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$62.02
Bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$48.10
Bus from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.50–$55.69

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$31.64
Train from Auchinleck to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$40.50

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

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

Other operators

Stena Line

Phone:
+44 844 770 7070
Email:
Website:
stenaline.dk/
Other from Belfast to Cairnryan
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.15

Bus operators

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Buccleuch
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Academy
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Dumfries is to bus and ferry and bus which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Dumfries is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $65.22 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Academy Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from Belfast to Dumfries?

The distance between Belfast and Dumfries is 198 km.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $97.83 - $250 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Belfast to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Dumfries bus from?

Belfast to Dumfries bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Dumfries bus arrive?

Belfast to Dumfries bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

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