What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Zoo and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South and arriving at School via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Zoo and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Haymarket and arriving at Dumfries via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries?

The distance between Edinburgh Zoo and Dumfries is 89 miles. The road distance is 73.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries without a car is to train and line 381 bus which takes 2h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries bus from?

Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries train from?

Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries is to bus via Glasgow which takes 3h 45m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries bus arrive?

Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries train arrive?

Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 392+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries - 5 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 381 bus
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Hall to Loreburne Centre Stance 2bus 381
2h 56m
Drive 73.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfriescar 73.4 mi
1h 41m
£18–26
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South to Glasgowbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Schoolbus X74
3h 45m
£31–50
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
3h 25m
£43–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Stance 1bus 101A / ...
4h 10m

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Distance: 88.6 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Zoo to School via Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Zoo to Dumfries via Corstorphine Edinburgh Zoo North, Edinburgh Haymarket Station North, Haymarket, and Carlisle in around 3h 25m.

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