What is the cheapest way to get from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway?

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway is to bus which costs £55 - £95 and takes 7h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway?

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Dumfries and Galloway?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Dumfries and Galloway. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Road End via Buchanan Bus Station and Stance 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Dumfries and Galloway?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Lockerbie via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway?

The distance between Inverness and Dumfries and Galloway is 280 miles. The road distance is 227.8 miles.

How do I travel from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway without a car?

The best way to get from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £85 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway bus from?

Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway train from?

Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway?

The best way to get from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway bus arrive?

Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway train arrive?

Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway.

Where can I stay near Dumfries and Galloway?

There are 416+ hotels available in Dumfries and Galloway.

Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 52m
£90–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Stance 2bus X74
7h 13m
£55–95
Drive 226.5 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Dumfries and Gallowaycar 226.5 mi
4h 29m
£55–80
Fly, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane INV - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
7h 51m
£128–283
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 26m
£108–240
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
7h 32m
£117–217
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Queensferry Streetbus M90
2. Take the bus from Lothian Road to Stance 1bus 101A / ...
8h 34m

Inverness to Dumfries and Galloway by train and bus

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Distance: 278.8 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland?

You can take a train from Inverness to Road End via Haymarket, Lockerbie, Hall, and Stance 5 in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Road End via Buchanan Bus Station, Stance 2, and Stance 5 in around 7h 13m.

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