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Four ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Dumfries

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Dumfries

Cheapest
1 h 40 min
Car
117 km.
from $6
Other
1 h 40 min
Rideshare
117 km.
from $4.45
2 h 1 min
Train, Bus
100 km.
from $54.78
2 h 45 min
100 km.
from $124.28

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$55.69–$164.55

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

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lockerbie
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

Bus operators

Stagecoach West Scotland

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

Houstons Minicoaches

Phone:
+44 1576 203874
Email:
Website:
houstonscoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Sydney Place to Whitesands
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Home Street to Academy
Ave. Duration:
2h 48m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries is to drive which costs $22.83 - $34.78 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $22.83 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dumfries?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Home Street and arriving at Academy Street. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dumfries via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dumfries?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dumfries is 142 km. The road distance is 117.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 1m and costs $25 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dumfries bus from?

Edinburgh to Dumfries bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Home Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dumfries train from?

Edinburgh to Dumfries train services, operated by TransPennine Express Service, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries is to bus which takes 2h 48m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $39.13 - $173.91 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dumfries bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dumfries bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Academy Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dumfries train arrive?

Edinburgh to Dumfries train services, operated by TransPennine Express Service, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dumfries is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Edinburgh to Dumfries.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Dumfries train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

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