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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Dumfries is to bus and train which costs £29 - £60 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Dumfries is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Central and arriving at Dumfries via Newark North Gate, Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Dumfries?

The distance between Lincoln and Dumfries is 259 miles. The road distance is 215.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Dumfries without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 5h 56m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Lincoln to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Dumfries train from?

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

Where does the Lincoln to Dumfries train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lincoln to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Dumfries is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Lincoln to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 392+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Newark North Gate to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
5h 56m
£89–141
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 451
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 240 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotelbus
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain
9h 53m
£30–59
Drive 213.9 mi
1. Drive from Lincoln to Dumfriescar 213.9 mi
3h 43m
£54–77
Train
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Lockerbietrain
6h 46m
£68–127
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 27m
£77–143

Lincoln to Dumfries by train

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Distance: 257.2 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Dumfries via Newark North Gate, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 5h 56m.

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