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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Northampton is to train and bus via Lockerbie which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Northampton is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Lockerbie and arriving at Northampton via Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Northampton?

The distance between Dumfries and Northampton is 274 miles. The road distance is 277.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Dumfries to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Northampton train from?

Dumfries to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lockerbie station.

Where does the Dumfries to Northampton train arrive?

Dumfries to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Rugby station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Northampton is 277 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Dumfries to Northampton.

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Dumfries to Northampton - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 12 ways to get from Dumfries to Northampton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Rugbytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston
5h 20m
£92–155
Train, bus via Lockerbie
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Coach Parkbus Ukn31
7h 59m
£29–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Northampton Town Centrebus Ukn31
7h 8m
£39–65
Drive 275.9 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Northamptoncar 275.9 mi
4h 37m
£68–98
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Northamptontrain
5h 32m
£74–182
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain
5h 34m
£68–191
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Northamptontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 40m
£99–165
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Parkbus
6h 31m
£74–206
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Northamptontrain
6h 30m
£76–179
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
4. Take the train from Watford Junction to Northamptontrain
7h 18m
£100–358
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Parkbus
7h 28m
£66–193
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
3. Take the train from Watford Junction to Northamptontrain
7h 35m
£115–338

Dumfries to Northampton by bus, foot, and train

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 272.6 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Northampton, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lockerbie to Rugby 6 times a week. Tickets cost £85–140 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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