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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Dalkeith is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Dalkeith is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Dalkeith?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Dalkeith. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Dalkeith Parish Church via Town Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Dalkeith?

The distance between Dumfries and Dalkeith is 142 miles. The road distance is 71.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Dalkeith without a car is to train and bus via Carlisle which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Dumfries to Dalkeith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Dalkeith bus from?

Dumfries to Dalkeith bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Court station.

Where does the Dumfries to Dalkeith bus arrive?

Dumfries to Dalkeith bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Lambs Pend station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Dalkeith?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Dalkeith is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Dumfries to Dalkeith.

Where can I stay near Dalkeith?

There are 2621+ hotels available in Dalkeith.

Dumfries to Dalkeith - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 140 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the bus from Surgeons' Hall to Buccleuch Streetbus 3 / ...
3h 28m
£46–91
Drive 70.7 mi
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1. Drive from Dumfries to Dalkeithcar 70.7 mi
1h 32m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Surgeons' Hall to Buccleuch Streetbus 3 / ...
3h 29m
£28–50
Bus, line 140 bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Lambs Pendbus 101
2. Take the bus from Town Centre to Dalkeith Parish Churchbus 140 / ...
3h 47m

Dumfries to Dalkeith by train, foot, and bus

106Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Court to Dalkeith Parish Church via Lambs Pend and Town Centre in around 3h 47m.

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