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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Aviemore is to bus via Glasgow which costs £45 - £85 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Aviemore is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Aviemore station via Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Aviemore via Glasgow Queen Street and Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Aviemore?

The distance between Dumfries and Aviemore is 221 miles. The road distance is 195.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Aviemore without a car is to bus via Glasgow which takes 5h 41m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Dumfries to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Aviemore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Aviemore train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Aviemore is to bus via Glasgow which takes 5h 41m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £150 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Dumfries to Aviemore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Aviemore train arrive?

Dumfries to Aviemore train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Aviemore is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Dumfries to Aviemore.

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

Book your Dumfries to Aviemore train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Aviemore?

There are 497+ hotels available in Aviemore.

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

How to get fromDumfries to Aviemore

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore stationbus Ember
5h 41m
£49–80
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain
6h 4m
£76–147
Drive 194.4 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Aviemorecar 194.4 mi
3h 38m
£49–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain
3. Take the train from Stirling to Aviemoretrain
6h 16m
£60–124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Stationbus Uk094
7h 20m

Dumfries to Aviemore by bus

181Weekly Buses

5h 41mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Aviemore.

Launch map view

Distance: 220.1 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Court to Aviemore station via Buchanan Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Stn in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Aviemore via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Perth in around 6h 4m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.