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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Shotts is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Shotts is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at King Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Shotts?

The distance between Dumfries and Shotts is 102 miles. The road distance is 66.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Dumfries to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Shotts bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Shotts?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Shotts is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 266 bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h.

Where does the Dumfries to Shotts bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Shotts train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Shotts is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Dumfries to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Shottstrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 48m
£39–64
Drive 66.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Shottscar 66.5 mi
1h 23m
£17–24
Bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Court to Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to King Streetbus 266
3h
£25–33

Dumfries to Shotts by train

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Distance: 101 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Shotts via Glasgow Central in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to King Street via Bus Station in around 3h.

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