Rome2Rio

How to get fromLancashire to Dumfriesby bus, train, or car

Find Transport to Dumfries

See all options

There are 4 ways to get from Lancashire to Dumfries by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Line 280 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Wheatley Farm to Bus Stationbus bus 280
    2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain train
    3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
    3h 20m
    £34–78

  2. Bus, train

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus bus 181
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain train Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
    5h 49m
    £21–41

  3. Drive  121 mi

    1. Drive from Lancashire to Dumfriescar car 121 mi
    2h 20m
    £31–44

  4. Train, line 381 bus

    1. Take the train from Preston to Lockerbietrain train Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
    2. Take the bus from Hall to Stance 4bus bus 381
    3h 39m

Lancashire to Dumfries by bus and train

Calendar101Weekly Services
Duration3h 20mAverage Duration
Ticket£34Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Lancashire to Dumfries.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 133.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 20m

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

There is no direct connection from Lancashire to Dumfries. However, you can take the line 280 bus to Bus Station, take the bus to Railway Station, walk to Preston, take the train to Carlisle, then take the train to Dumfries. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wheatley Farm to Loreburne Centre Stance 2 via Bus Station, Bus Station, Carlisle, Lockerbie, and Hall in around 5h 49m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides