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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Chorley is to train and bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Chorley is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Chorley via Carlisle and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Chorley?

The distance between Dumfries and Chorley is 132 miles. The road distance is 131 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Chorley without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £29 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Dumfries to Chorley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Chorley train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Chorley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Chorley is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Dumfries to Chorley.

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

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Where can I stay near Chorley?

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Dumfries to Chorley - 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 Chorley by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 30m
£30–77
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 109 / ...
5h 19m
£31–48
Drive 130.3 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Chorleycar 130.3 mi
2h 13m
£33–47
Line 381 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Prestontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 10m

Dumfries to Chorley by train

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Distance: 131 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Chorley via Carlisle and Preston in around 2h 30m.

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