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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Inverness is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Inverness is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Inverness?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Inverness station. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Bus Station Stance 3 via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Inverness?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Inverness. However, there are services departing from Lockerbie and arriving at Inverness via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Inverness?

The distance between Dumfries and Inverness is 252 miles. The road distance is 225.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Inverness without a car is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Dumfries to Inverness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Inverness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Inverness train from?

Dumfries to Inverness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lockerbie station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Inverness?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Inverness is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £200 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Dumfries to Inverness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Inverness train arrive?

Dumfries to Inverness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Inverness?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Inverness is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Dumfries to Inverness.

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

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Where can I stay near Inverness?

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Dumfries to Inverness - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Dumfries to Inverness by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus Uk093
6h 21m
£53–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Invernesstrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
6h 34m
£98–180
Drive 224.5 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Invernesscar 224.5 mi
4h 13m
£55–79
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane GLA - INV
7h 20m
£128–277
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Court to Lothian Roadbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Bus Station Stance 3bus M90
7h 7m
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Invernesstrain Edinburgh - Inverness
7h 12m
£86–195
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 Invernesstrain
7h 13m
£105–236

Dumfries to Inverness by bus

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Distance: 250.8 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Court to Bus Station Stance 3 via Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from School to Inverness via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, and Haymarket in around 7h 12m.

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