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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Preston is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Preston is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £28 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Preston. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Preston via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Preston?

The distance between Dumfries and Preston is 123 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Dumfries to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Preston is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Dumfries to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2320+ hotels available in Preston.

Dumfries to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 381 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dumfries to Preston by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 1m
£29–80
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
4h 9m
£31–70
Drive 120.5 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Prestoncar 120.5 mi
2h 5m
£30–43
Line 381 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Prestontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 43m

Dumfries to Preston by train

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Distance: 122.4 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Preston via Carlisle in around 2h 1m.

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