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

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Dumfries is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at School via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Dumfries?

The distance between Dumbarton and Dumfries is 96 miles. The road distance is 91.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Dumfries without a car is to bus which takes 3h 11m and costs £28 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Dumbarton to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Dumfries bus from?

Dumbarton to Dumfries bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

Where does the Dumbarton to Dumfries bus arrive?

Dumbarton to Dumfries bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Dumfries is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Dumbarton to Dumfries.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 395+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Dumbarton to Dumfries - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumbarton to Dumfries by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Schoolbus X74
3h 11m
£28–43
Drive 90.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Dumfriescar 90.7 mi
1h 44m
£23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shopping Centre Entrance to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1A / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 57m
£35–67

Dumbarton to Dumfries by bus and train

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Distance: 95.8 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Barloan Toll to School via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 11m.

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