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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Lanark is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Lanark is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Hunters Close via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Lanark via Carlisle and Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Lanark?

The distance between Dumfries and Lanark is 138 miles. The road distance is 54.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Lanark without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Dumfries to Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Lanark bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Lanark train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Lanark?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Lanark is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £28 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Dumfries to Lanark bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Lanark train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Lanark is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Dumfries to Lanark.

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

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Where can I stay near Lanark?

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Dumfries to Lanark - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 381 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Lanark 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 Motherwelltrain
3. Take the train from Motherwell to Lanarktrain
2h 53m
£35–92
Drive 53.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Lanarkcar 53.9 mi
1h 6m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 41 / ...
2h 54m
£22–28
Line 381 bus, train
1. Take the bus from School to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Motherwelltrain
3. Take the train from Motherwell to Lanarktrain
2h 58m
Bus, line 191 bus
1. Take the bus from Court to John Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from John Street to Bus Stationbus 191 / ...
3h

Dumfries to Lanark by train

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Distance: 137.5 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Lanark via Carlisle and Motherwell in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Hunters Close via Bus Station in around 2h 54m.

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