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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Arbroath is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Arbroath is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Arbroath Burnside Drive via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Arbroath via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Arbroath?

The distance between Dumfries and Arbroath is 207 miles. The road distance is 143.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Arbroath without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 42m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Dumfries to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Arbroath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Arbroath train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Arbroath is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 42m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Dumfries to Arbroath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Arbroath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Arbroath is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Dumfries to Arbroath.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Arbroath by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Arbroathtrain
4h 42m
£74–145
Drive 142.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Arbroathcar 142.5 mi
2h 51m
£35–51
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 33m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Arbroathtrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 46m
£49–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
5h 49m

Dumfries to Arbroath by train

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Distance: 206.1 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Arbroath via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Arbroath Burnside Drive via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 5h 33m.

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