What is the cheapest way to get from Dumfries to East Kilbride?

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to East Kilbride is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumfries to East Kilbride?

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to East Kilbride is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to East Kilbride station. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to East Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at East Kilbride via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Dumfries to East Kilbride?

The distance between Dumfries and East Kilbride is 76 miles. The road distance is 67.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dumfries to East Kilbride without a car?

The best way to get from Dumfries to East Kilbride without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £22 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Dumfries to East Kilbride?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Dumfries to East Kilbride, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to East Kilbride bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to East Kilbride train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to East Kilbride?

The best way to get from Dumfries to East Kilbride is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Dumfries to East Kilbride bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to East Kilbride train arrive?

Dumfries to East Kilbride train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to East Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to East Kilbride is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Dumfries to East Kilbride.

How do I get a train ticket from Dumfries to East Kilbride?

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Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

There are 1526+ hotels available in East Kilbride.

Dumfries to East Kilbride - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to East Kilbride 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 Bus Stationbus 201
2h 20m
£23–31
Drive 67.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to East Kilbridecar 67.2 mi
1h 20m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to East Kilbridetrain Glasgow Central - East Kilbride
2h 42m
£40–75

Dumfries to East Kilbride by bus

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 75.5 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and East Kilbride, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Court to Bus Station via Bus Station in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to East Kilbride via Glasgow Central in around 2h 42m.

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