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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Rutherglen is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Rutherglen is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Rutherglen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Rutherglen. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Castle Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Rutherglen?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Rutherglen. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Rutherglen via Glasgow Central Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Rutherglen?

The distance between Dumfries and Rutherglen is 85 miles. The road distance is 72.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Rutherglen without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Dumfries to Rutherglen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Rutherglen bus from?

Dumfries to Rutherglen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Court station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Rutherglen train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Rutherglen?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Rutherglen is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 267 bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Dumfries to Rutherglen bus arrive?

Dumfries to Rutherglen bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries to Rutherglen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Rutherglen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Rutherglen is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Dumfries to Rutherglen.

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

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Where can I stay near Rutherglen?

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Dumfries to Rutherglen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 267 bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 6m
£37–68
Drive 71.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Rutherglencar 71.7 mi
1h 19m
£18–26
Bus, line 267 bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Castle Streetbus 267
2h 35m
£23–31

Dumfries to Rutherglen by train

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Distance: 84.2 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dumfries to Glasgow Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Castle Street via Bus Station in around 2h 35m.

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