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How to get fromDumfries to Lake District (Land)by train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Lake District (Land) by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus, line 78 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
    2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus bus X5 / ...
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to National Trust car parkbus bus 78 / ...
    2h 46m
    £26–44

  2. Drive 68.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Dumfries to Lake District (Land)car car 68.2 mi
    1h 37m
    £17–24

  3. Line 381 bus, train, bus

    1. Take the bus from Court to Crown Innbus bus 381
    2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus bus X5 / ...
    3h 22m

Dumfries to Lake District (Land) by train and bus

Calendar106Weekly Services
Duration2h 46mAverage Duration
Ticket£26Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 76.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Lake District (Land), England?

There is no direct connection from Dumfries to Lake District (Land). However, you can take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, take the bus to Bus Station, then take the line 78 bus to National Trust car park. Alternatively, you can drive from Dumfries to Lake District (Land) in around 1h 37m.

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