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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Falkirk is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Falkirk is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Asda via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Falkirk?

The distance between Dumfries and Falkirk is 111 miles. The road distance is 80.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Falkirk without a car is to line 381 bus and train which takes 3h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Dumfries to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Falkirk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Falkirk is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 24m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Dumfries to Falkirk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Falkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Falkirk is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Dumfries to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

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Dumfries to Falkirk - 6 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dumfries to Falkirk by bus, train, or car

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Line 381 bus, train
best
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 Falkirk Grahamstontrain
3h 19m
Drive 80 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Falkirkcar 80 mi
1h 42m
£20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
3h 45m
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
3h 24m
£57–104
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Glasgow Queen Street - Falkirk Grahamston / ...
3h 24m
£43–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
4h 12m
£27–37

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Distance: 110.8 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Falkirk Grahamston via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Asda via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 12m.

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