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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Anstruther is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Anstruther is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Anstruther?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Anstruther. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Harbour via Buchanan Bus Station, Crichton Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Anstruther?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Anstruther. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Leven via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Anstruther?

The distance between Dumfries and Anstruther is 181 miles. The road distance is 120.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Anstruther without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Dumfries to Anstruther, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Anstruther bus from?

Dumfries to Anstruther bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Court station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Anstruther train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Anstruther?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Anstruther is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Dumfries to Anstruther bus arrive?

Dumfries to Anstruther bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries to Anstruther train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Anstruther?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Anstruther is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Dumfries to Anstruther.

Where can I stay near Anstruther?

There are 1036+ hotels available in Anstruther.

Dumfries to Anstruther - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Anstruther 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 Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain
4h 49m
£66–116
Drive 120 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Anstruthercar 120 mi
2h 28m
£30–43
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 42m
£38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leventrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Harbourbus X61 / ...
4h 53m
£43–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X58
6h 23m

Dumfries to Anstruther by train and bus

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Anstruther, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Craws Nest Hotel via Carlisle, Haymarket, Leven, and Bus Station in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Harbour via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, Crichton Street, and Bus Station in around 5h 42m.

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