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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Dumfries to Preston

Cheapest
5 h 12 min
Car
492 km.
from $27

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$151.89
Train from Lockerbie to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$189.87

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Dumfries to Carlisle
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 Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$69.62
Train from Lockerbie to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$82.28

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.25–$27.85

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week

Bus operators

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Buccleuch Street to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.30–$6.08

Houstons Minicoaches

Phone:
+44 1576 203874
Email:
Website:
houstonscoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Buccleuch Street to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Preston is to drive which costs $39.13 - $59.78 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Preston is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $30.43 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Preston. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Preston via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Preston?

The distance between Dumfries and Preston is 197 km. The road distance is 194.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $30.43 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Dumfries to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Preston train from?

Dumfries to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Where does the Dumfries to Preston train arrive?

Dumfries to Preston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Preston is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Dumfries to Preston.

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

Book your Dumfries to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2006+ hotels available in Preston. Prices start at $38.02 per night.
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