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How to get fromDumfries to Rossendaleby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Rossendale by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 481 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain train
    3. Take the bus from Interchange to St Mary's Chambersbus bus 481
    3h 56m
    £35–82
  2. Drive  132.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Dumfries to Rossendalecar car 132.5 mi
    2h 40m
    £33–48
  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain train
    3. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to Bus Stationbus bus M6
    6h
    £47–82

Dumfries to Rossendale by train and bus

Calendar106Weekly Services
Duration3h 56mAverage Duration
Ticket£35Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Rossendale, England?

There is no direct connection from Dumfries to Rossendale. However, you can take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Preston, take the train to Blackburn, walk to Interchange, then take the line 481 bus to St Mary's Chambers. Alternatively, you can drive from Dumfries to Rossendale in around 2h 40m.

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