What is the cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle?

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Retail Park via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Alnwick Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Alnmouth via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle?

The distance between Dumfries and Alnwick Castle is 133 miles. The road distance is 104.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Alnwick Castle bus from?

Dumfries to Alnwick Castle bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Court station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Alnwick Castle train from?

Dumfries to Alnwick Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Dumfries to Alnwick Castle bus arrive?

Dumfries to Alnwick Castle bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries to Alnwick Castle train arrive?

Dumfries to Alnwick Castle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Alnwick Castle is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle.

Where can I stay near Alnwick Castle?

There are 1972+ hotels available in Alnwick Castle.

Dumfries to Alnwick Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Alnmouthtrain
3h 21m
£58–110
Drive 103.6 mi
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1. Drive from Dumfries to Alnwick Castlecar 103.6 mi
2h 9m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
6h 17m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Retail Parkbus 591
4h 43m
£41–86

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Distance: 132.1 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Alnwick Castle, England?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Alnwick Castle via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Alnmouth in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Alnwick Castle via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Retail Park in around 6h 17m.

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