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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Auchinleck is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Auchinleck is to train which takes 48 min and costs £18 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Auchinleck?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Auchinleck. However, there are services departing from Stance 3 and arriving at Park Road via Castle Primary school. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Auchinleck?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dumfries and arriving at Auchinleck. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Dumfries to Auchinleck?

The distance between Dumfries and Auchinleck is 44 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Auchinleck without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs £18 - £35.

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

The train from Dumfries to Auchinleck takes 48 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Auchinleck bus from?

Dumfries to Auchinleck bus services, operated by McCalls Coaches, depart from Stance 3 station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Auchinleck train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Auchinleck?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Auchinleck is to train which takes 48 min and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 43 bus, which costs and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Dumfries to Auchinleck bus arrive?

Dumfries to Auchinleck bus services, operated by McCalls Coaches, arrive at Castle Primary school station.

Where does the Dumfries to Auchinleck train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Auchinleck?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Auchinleck is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Dumfries to Auchinleck.

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

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Dumfries to Auchinleck - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 43 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dumfries to Auchinleck by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
48 min
£18–35
Drive 46.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Auchinleckcar 46.3 mi
1h
£12–17
Bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 3 to Castle Primary schoolbus 246
2. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Park Roadbus 343 / ...
2h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dumfries to Auchinlecktaxi 46.3 mi
1h
£200–240

Dumfries to Auchinleck by train

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Distance: 43.9 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dumfries to Auchinleck every 4 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 3 to Park Road via Castle Primary school in around 2h 10m.

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