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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Tywyn is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Tywyn is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Machynlleth via Carlisle, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Tywyn?

The distance between Dumfries and Tywyn is 283 miles. The road distance is 245.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Tywyn without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £75 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Dumfries to Tywyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Tywyn train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Tywyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Tywyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Tywyn is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Dumfries to Tywyn.

Where can I stay near Tywyn?

There are 1136+ hotels available in Tywyn.

Dumfries to Tywyn - 3 ways to travel via train, car, Steam train, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
8h 5m
£79–181
Drive 243.8 mi
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1. Drive from Dumfries to Tywyncar 243.8 mi
4h 36m
£60–86
Train, Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
11h 33m

Dumfries to Tywyn by train and bus

82Weekly Services

8h 5mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.6 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Cinema via Carlisle, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 8h 5m.

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