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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Galloway and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Barbuie Br Road End and arriving at Princes Street via Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Galloway and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dumfries and Galloway and Edinburgh is 96 miles. The road distance is 79.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh without a car is to line 381 bus and train which takes 3h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh bus from?

Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Stance 4 station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh train from?

Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 4h 19m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh train arrive?

Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh is 80 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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There are 4 ways to get from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Line 381 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 17m
Drive 79.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries and Galloway to Edinburghcar 79.2 mi
2h 1m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 4 to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
4h 19m
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 39m
£45–92

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Distance: 95.9 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Stance 4 to Princes Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Road End to Edinburgh Waverley via Dumfries station, Dumfries, and Carlisle in around 3h 39m.

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