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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Dumfries is to bus and train which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Dumfries is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Dumfries via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Dumfries?

The distance between Blackburn and Dumfries is 135 miles. The road distance is 128.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Blackburn to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Dumfries train from?

Blackburn to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Where does the Blackburn to Dumfries train arrive?

Blackburn to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Dumfries is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Blackburn to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 392+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Blackburn to Dumfries - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 381 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackburn to Dumfries by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3h 12m
£32–79
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 48m
£21–41
Drive 127.9 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Dumfriescar 127.9 mi
2h 14m
£32–46
Train, line 381 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Hall to Stance 4bus 381
3h 31m

Blackburn to Dumfries by train

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Distance: 134.3 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Dumfries via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 12m.

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