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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Balerno is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Balerno is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Balerno?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Balerno. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Lovedale Road via Fairmilehead Crossroads and Muirend Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Balerno?

The distance between Dumfries and Balerno is 85 miles. The road distance is 73 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Balerno without a car is to bus which takes 3h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Dumfries to Balerno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Balerno bus from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Balerno bus arrive?

Dumfries to Balerno bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Fairmilehead Crossroads station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Balerno?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Balerno is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Dumfries to Balerno.

Where can I stay near Balerno?

There are 2682+ hotels available in Balerno.

Dumfries to Balerno - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 44 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Court to Fairmilehead Crossroadsbus 101A / ...
3h 6m
Drive 72.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Balernocar 72.5 mi
1h 28m
£18–26
Train, line 44 bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Lovedale Roadbus N44 / ...
3h 10m
£45–79
Line 381 bus, train, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from School to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Lovedale Roadbus N44 / ...
3h 10m

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Distance: 85 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Court to Fairmilehead Crossroads every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 24m.

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