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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to York is to train and bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to York is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and York?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to York. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at York via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Dumfries to York?

The distance between Dumfries and York is 174 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to York without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Dumfries to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to York train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to York is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Dumfries to York.

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

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Where can I stay near York?

There are 1955+ hotels available in York.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to York 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 Yorktrain
3h 33m
£55–116
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
6h 1m
£29–44
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Yorkcar 148.4 mi
2h 39m
£37–53
Train, bus via Leeds
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
6h 1m
£29–44
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Yorktrain The Dalesman East
6h 8m

Dumfries to York by train

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Distance: 172.8 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to York via Carlisle and Newcastle in around 3h 33m.

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