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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Carluke is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Carluke is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Carluke?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Carluke station. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Station Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Carluke?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Carluke. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Carluke via Carlisle and Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Carluke?

The distance between Dumfries and Carluke is 80 miles. The road distance is 59.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Carluke without a car is to bus which takes 2h 33m and costs £21 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Dumfries to Carluke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Carluke bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Carluke train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Carluke?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Carluke is to bus which takes 2h 33m and costs £21 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Dumfries to Carluke bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Carluke train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Carluke?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Carluke is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Dumfries to Carluke.

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

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Where can I stay near Carluke?

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Dumfries to Carluke - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 381 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Court to Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Roadbus 41 / ...
2h 33m
£22–28
Drive 59.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Carlukecar 59.2 mi
1h 11m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 36m
£33–86
Line 381 bus, train
1. Take the bus from School to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Motherwelltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 41m

Dumfries to Carluke by train

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Distance: 79.4 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Court to Station Road via Bus Station in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Carluke via Carlisle and Motherwell in around 2h 36m.

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