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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Brechin is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Brechin is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Brechin?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Brechin. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Brechin via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Brechin?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Brechin. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Montrose via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Brechin?

The distance between Dumfries and Brechin is 230 miles. The road distance is 151 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Brechin without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 31m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Dumfries to Brechin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Brechin bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Brechin train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Brechin?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Brechin is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 31m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Dumfries to Brechin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Brechin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Brechin?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Brechin is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Dumfries to Brechin.

Where can I stay near Brechin?

There are 306+ hotels available in Brechin.

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

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Montrosetrain
5h 31m
£76–160
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee station to Brechinbus
5h 42m
£37–53
Drive 150.2 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Brechincar 150.2 mi
3h
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 33m
£58–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Brechinbus Ember
6h 21m

Dumfries to Brechin by train and bus

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.2 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Northern Hotel via Carlisle, Haymarket, Montrose, and Lloyds Pharmacy in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Brechin via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee station in around 5h 42m.

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