What is the cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley?

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley?

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from School and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Edinburgh Waverley?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley?

The distance between Dumfries and Edinburgh Waverley is 135 miles. The road distance is 72.8 miles.

How do I travel from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley without a car?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £40 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley bus from?

Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from School station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley bus arrive?

Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley.

How do I get a train ticket from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Waverley?

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Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 32m
£45–91
Drive 72.4 mi
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1. Drive from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverleycar 72.4 mi
1h 40m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from School to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2h 52m
Line 381 bus, train
1. Take the bus from School to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2h 35m

Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley by train

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Distance: 133.7 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from School to Princes Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 52m.

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