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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Kirkton is to bus via Glasgow which costs £30 - £45 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Kirkton is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Kirkton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Kirkton. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Ambleside Avenue via Buchanan Bus Station and Albert Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Kirkton?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Kirkton. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Dundee via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Kirkton?

The distance between Dumfries and Kirkton is 168 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Kirkton without a car is to bus via Glasgow which takes 4h 38m and costs £30 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Dumfries to Kirkton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Kirkton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Kirkton train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Kirkton?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Kirkton is to bus via Glasgow which takes 4h 38m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can train via Carlisle, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Dumfries to Kirkton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Kirkton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Kirkton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Kirkton is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Dumfries to Kirkton.

Where can I stay near Kirkton?

There are 893+ hotels available in Kirkton.

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

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

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Bus via Glasgow
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1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 38m
£32–44
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 Dundeetrain
4h 57m
£61–116
Drive 128.3 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Kirktoncar 128.3 mi
2h 33m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
4h 58m
£41–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
5h 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
5h 20m

Dumfries to Kirkton by train, foot, and bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.8 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Kirkton, Dundee City, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Court to Ambleside Avenue via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Albert Square in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Ambleside Avenue via Carlisle, Haymarket, Dundee, and Albert Square in around 4h 57m.

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