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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Polmont is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Polmont is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Polmont?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Polmont. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Black Bull Inn via Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Polmont?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Polmont. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Polmont via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Polmont?

The distance between Dumfries and Polmont is 107 miles. The road distance is 77.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Polmont without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Dumfries to Polmont, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Polmont bus from?

Dumfries to Polmont bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Court station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Polmont train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Polmont?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Polmont is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Dumfries to Polmont bus arrive?

Dumfries to Polmont bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dumfries to Polmont train arrive?

Dumfries to Polmont train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Polmont?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Polmont is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Dumfries to Polmont.

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

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Where can I stay near Polmont?

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Dumfries to Polmont - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Polmont by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 43m
£41–67
Drive 77.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Polmontcar 77.5 mi
1h 35m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Black Bull Innbus X38
4h 41m
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 18m
£50–90
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
4h 48m
£28–39

Dumfries to Polmont by train and foot

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Distance: 106.6 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dumfries to Glasgow Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Black Bull Inn via Princes Street in around 4h 41m.

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