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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Montrose is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Montrose is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Lloyds Pharmacy via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Montrose?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Lockerbie and arriving at Montrose via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Montrose?

The distance between Dumfries and Montrose is 175 miles. The road distance is 155.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Dumfries to Montrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Montrose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Montrose train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Montrose?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Montrose is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Dumfries to Montrose bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Montrose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Montrose is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Dumfries to Montrose.

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

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Where can I stay near Montrose?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 1m
£57–115
Drive 154.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Montrosecar 154.8 mi
3h 8m
£38–55
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 / ...
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Lloyds Pharmacybus X7
5h 21m
£44–69
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 Montrosetrain
5h 4m
£75–162
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 25m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 101
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Montrose High Streetbus
6h 53m

Dumfries to Montrose by bus, foot, and train

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5h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.6 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from School to Montrose via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, and Haymarket in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Lloyds Pharmacy via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 5h 21m.

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