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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Spalding is to train and bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Spalding is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Spalding?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Spalding. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Spalding via Carlisle, Newcastle and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Spalding?

The distance between Dumfries and Spalding is 303 miles. The road distance is 252.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Spalding without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Dumfries to Spalding, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Spalding train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Spalding train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Spalding?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Spalding is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Dumfries to Spalding.

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

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Where can I stay near Spalding?

There are 427+ hotels available in Spalding.

Dumfries to Spalding - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Spalding by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Peterboroughtrain
6h 23m
£105–162
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain
9h 54m
£47–85
Drive 251.2 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Spaldingcar 251.2 mi
4h 27m
£63–91
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterboroughtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
9h 18m
£105–164
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Lincoln Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Spaldingtrain
9h 25m
£94–172

Dumfries to Spalding by train

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Distance: 301.1 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Spalding via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Peterborough in around 6h 23m.

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