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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Dumfries is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Dumfries is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Dundee Slessor Gardens and arriving at School via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Dumfries via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Dundee to Dumfries?

The distance between Dundee and Dumfries is 165 miles. The road distance is 128.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Dumfries without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Dundee to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Dumfries bus from?

Dundee to Dumfries bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Overgate station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Dumfries train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundee to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Dundee to Dumfries is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Dundee to Dumfries bus arrive?

Dundee to Dumfries bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Dundee to Dumfries train arrive?

Dundee to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Dumfries is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Dundee to Dumfries.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dundee to Dumfries?

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
4h 36m
£65–127
Drive 128 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dundee to Dumfriescar 128 mi
2h 27m
£32–46
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Schoolbus X74
5h 4m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
4h 40m
£68–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Schoolbus 101A / ...
6h 2m

Dundee to Dumfries by train and foot

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Dundee to Dumfries via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to School via Buchanan Bus Stn and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 4m.

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