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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Dumfries is to drive which costs £75 - £120 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Dumfries is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Dumfries via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Bristol to Dumfries?

The distance between Bristol and Dumfries is 316 miles. The road distance is 310.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Bristol to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Dumfries train from?

Bristol to Dumfries train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Bristol to Dumfries train arrive?

Bristol to Dumfries train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Dumfries is 310 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Bristol to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 399+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Bristol to Dumfries - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Bristol to Dumfries by train, car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
6h 34m
£116–189
Fly Bristol Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
5h 50m
£61–162
Drive 308.5 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Dumfriescar 308.5 mi
5h 5m
£78–113
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
8h 47m
£101–171
Fly Bristol Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
6h 15m
£65–154
Fly Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
6h 27m
£83–189
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
6h 57m
£97–209

Bristol to Dumfries by train

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6h 34mAverage Duration

£116Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bristol to Dumfries.

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Distance: 314.6 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dumfries via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 6h 34m.

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