What is the cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Princes Street?

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Princes Street is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumfries to Princes Street?

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Princes Street is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Princes Street?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from School and arriving at Princes Street. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Princes Street?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Princes Street. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Princes Street?

The distance between Dumfries and Princes Street is 135 miles. The road distance is 73.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dumfries to Princes Street without a car?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Princes Street without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Dumfries to Princes Street?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Dumfries to Princes Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Princes Street bus from?

Dumfries to Princes Street bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from School station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Princes Street train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Princes Street?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Princes Street is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Dumfries to Princes Street bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Princes Street train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Princes Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Princes Street is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Dumfries to Princes Street.

How do I get a train ticket from Dumfries to Princes Street?

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Where can I stay near Princes Street?

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Dumfries to Princes Street - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 44m
£45–91
Drive 72.8 mi
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1. Drive from Dumfries to Princes Streetcar 72.8 mi
1h 42m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from School to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2h 47m
Line 381 bus, train
1. Take the bus from School to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2h 46m

Dumfries to Princes Street by train and foot

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.3 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Princes Street, Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Princes Street via Carlisle and Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from School to Princes Street every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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