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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Fife is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Fife is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Fife?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Fife. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Trading Estate via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Fife?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Fife. However, there are services departing from Lockerbie and arriving at Cupar via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Fife?

The distance between Dumfries and Fife is 130 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Fife without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Dumfries to Fife, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Fife bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Fife train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Fife?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Fife is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Dumfries to Fife bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Fife train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Fife?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Fife is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Dumfries to Fife.

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

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Where can I stay near Fife?

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Dumfries to Fife - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Cupartrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
3h 51m
£42–77
Drive 115.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Fifecar 115.2 mi
2h 22m
£29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cupartrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
4h 18m
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 Cupartrain
3h 53m
£60–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 42m
£38–65

Dumfries to Fife by bus, foot, and train

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.1 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a bus from School to Cupar via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, and Haymarket in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Trading Estate via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 42m.

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