What is the cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Glamis Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Glamis Castle is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumfries to Glamis Castle?

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Glamis Castle is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Glamis Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Glamis Castle. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Deanbank Cottages via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Glamis Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Glamis Castle. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Dundee via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Glamis Castle?

The distance between Dumfries and Glamis Castle is 204 miles. The road distance is 138.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dumfries to Glamis Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Glamis Castle without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £90 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Dumfries to Glamis Castle?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Dumfries to Glamis Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Glamis Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Glamis Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Glamis Castle?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Glamis Castle is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Dumfries to Glamis Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Glamis Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Glamis Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Glamis Castle is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Dumfries to Glamis Castle.

Where can I stay near Glamis Castle?

There are 883+ hotels available in Glamis Castle.

Dumfries to Glamis Castle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain
4h 34m
£92–169
Drive 138.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Glamis Castlecar 138.1 mi
2h 46m
£35–50
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
6h 8m
£39–66
Line 381 bus, train, line 22 bus
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 Dundeetrain
4. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Deanbank Cottagesbus 22
6h 22m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
6h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee Mill O' Mainsbus Ember
7h 41m

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Distance: 202.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Glamis Castle, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Glamis Castle via Carlisle, Haymarket, and Dundee in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Glamis Castle via Buchanan Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station, and Deanbank Cottages in around 6h 8m.

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