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

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Dumfries is to bus and train via Lockerbie which costs £16 - £40 and takes 6h 46m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Halifax and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Halifax and arriving at Dumfries via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Halifax to Dumfries?

The distance between Halifax and Dumfries is 167 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Halifax to Dumfries without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 51m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Halifax to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Dumfries train from?

Halifax to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.

Where does the Halifax to Dumfries train arrive?

Halifax to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Halifax to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to Dumfries is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Halifax to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

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

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Halifax to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3h 51m
£45–110
Bus, train via Lockerbie
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain
6h 46m
£17–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Carlislebus
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
6h 24m
£26–47
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Halifax to Dumfriescar 140 mi
2h 50m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Halifax to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 11m
£36–100

Halifax to Dumfries by train

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Halifax to Dumfries via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 51m.

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