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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Shrewsbury via Carlisle and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Dumfries and Shrewsbury is 207 miles. The road distance is 204.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Dumfries to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Shrewsbury is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Dumfries to Shrewsbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Shrewsbury?

There are 925+ hotels available in Shrewsbury.

Dumfries to Shrewsbury - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Dumfries to Shrewsbury by train, car, or plane

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1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
4h 26m
£48–114
Drive 202.9 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Shrewsburycar 202.9 mi
3h 47m
£51–73
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
6h 18m
£77–165
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 37m
£65–105

Dumfries to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 205.6 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Shrewsbury via Carlisle and Crewe in around 4h 26m.

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