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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Blantyre is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Blantyre is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Blantyre?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Blantyre. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Rowan Place via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Blantyre?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Blantyre. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Blantyre via Carlisle and Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Blantyre?

The distance between Dumfries and Blantyre is 72 miles. The road distance is 66.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Blantyre without a car is to bus which takes 2h 8m and costs £21 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Dumfries to Blantyre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Blantyre bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Blantyre train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Blantyre?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Blantyre is to bus which takes 2h 8m and costs £21 - £30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Dumfries to Blantyre bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Blantyre train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Blantyre?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Blantyre is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Dumfries to Blantyre.

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

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Where can I stay near Blantyre?

There are 1518+ hotels available in Blantyre.

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Blantyre by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Court to Bus Stationbus X74
2h 8m
£22–30
Drive 66.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Blantyrecar 66.4 mi
1h 15m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 41m
£33–86

Dumfries to Blantyre by train

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Distance: 71.3 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Court to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £19–26 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Blantyre via Carlisle and Motherwell in around 2h 41m.

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