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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Stonehaven is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Stonehaven is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Court and arriving at Stonehaven Barclay Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Stonehaven via Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Stonehaven?

The distance between Dumfries and Stonehaven is 245 miles. The road distance is 177.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Stonehaven without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 25m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Dumfries to Stonehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Stonehaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Stonehaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Stonehaven?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Stonehaven is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 25m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Dumfries to Stonehaven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Stonehaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Stonehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Stonehaven is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Dumfries to Stonehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Stonehaven?

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Dumfries to Stonehaven - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dumfries to Stonehaven by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Stonehaventrain
5h 25m
£77–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Court to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Stonehaven Barclay Streetbus
6h 31m
£40–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stonehaventrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 46m
Drive 176.5 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Stonehavencar 176.5 mi
3h 21m
£44–64
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Stonehaventrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
5h 26m
£57–110
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
5h 55m
£74–135

Dumfries to Stonehaven by train

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Distance: 243.6 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Stonehaven via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court to Stonehaven Barclay Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 6h 31m.

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