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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Blackburn is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Blackburn is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Blackburn via Carlisle and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Blackburn?

The distance between Dumfries and Blackburn is 135 miles. The road distance is 128.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Blackburn without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Dumfries to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Blackburn train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Blackburn is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Dumfries to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

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Dumfries to Blackburn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 47m
£36–91
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Prestontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 28m
£26–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
4h 59m
£35–70
Drive 127.9 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Blackburncar 127.9 mi
2h 14m
£32–45

Dumfries to Blackburn by train

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2h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.3 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Blackburn, England?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Blackburn via Carlisle and Preston in around 2h 47m.

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