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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Dumfries and Cowdenbeath is 154 miles. The road distance is 92.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Cowdenbeath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Cowdenbeath train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Dumfries to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Cowdenbeath is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
3h 35m
£57–101
Drive 91.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Cowdenbeathcar 91.6 mi
1h 49m
£23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Leven / ...
4h
Line 381 bus, train
1. Take the bus from School to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cowdenbeathtrain
3h 37m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to The Fountainbus X27
4h 27m
£33–47

Dumfries to Cowdenbeath by train

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Distance: 153.3 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Cowdenbeath via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 4h 27m.

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