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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to Dumfries is to train and bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to Dumfries is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Grantham and arriving at Dumfries via Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Grantham to Dumfries?

The distance between Grantham and Dumfries is 257 miles. The road distance is 226.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Grantham to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Dumfries train from?

Grantham to Dumfries train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Grantham to Dumfries train arrive?

Grantham to Dumfries train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Grantham to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to Dumfries is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Grantham to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 395+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
5h 4m
£91–148
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Grantham to Doncastertrain
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus X3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotelbus
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain
8h
£36–67
Drive 224.9 mi
1. Drive from Grantham to Dumfriescar 224.9 mi
3h 50m
£56–80
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Grantham to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
6h 11m
£81–144
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Grantham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 42m
£103–166

Grantham to Dumfries by train

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Distance: 255.6 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Grantham to Dumfries via Newcastle and Carlisle in around 5h 4m.

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