What is the cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries?

The cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries?

The fastest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Houghton-Le-Spring and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Dumfries via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries?

The distance between Houghton-Le-Spring and Dumfries is 109 miles. The road distance is 101.5 miles.

How do I travel from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries without a car?

The best way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries train from?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sunderland station.

Where does the Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries train arrive?

Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 419+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfries by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hetton Road-Durham Road to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X1a / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
4h 21m
Drive 100.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Dumfriescar 100.9 mi
1h 57m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Carlisletrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
4h 40m
£43–79

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Distance: 108.6 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Houghton-Le-Spring, England and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Houghton Cut Slip Road to Dumfries via Interchange, Sunderland, and Carlisle in around 4h 40m.

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