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

The cheapest way to get from Montrose to Dumfries is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montrose to Dumfries is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Montrose and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Montrose to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Montrose High Street and arriving at School via Overgate and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Montrose and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Montrose to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Montrose and arriving at Lockerbie via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Montrose to Dumfries?

The distance between Montrose and Dumfries is 175 miles. The road distance is 156.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Montrose to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Montrose to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montrose to Dumfries bus from?

Montrose to Dumfries bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Montrose High Street station.

Where do I catch the Montrose to Dumfries train from?

Montrose to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Montrose station.

Train or bus from Montrose to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Montrose to Dumfries is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Montrose to Dumfries bus arrive?

Montrose to Dumfries bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee Slessor Gardens station.

Where does the Montrose to Dumfries train arrive?

Montrose to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Montrose to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Montrose to Dumfries is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Montrose to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

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Montrose to Dumfries - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Montrose to Dumfries by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Montrose to Haymarkettrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 27m
£50–91
Drive 156 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Montrose to Dumfriescar 156 mi
3h 5m
£40–57
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Montrose High Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus
2. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Schoolbus X74
5h 29m
£42–73
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Montrose to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
4h 57m
£70–132
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Montrose to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Stance 1bus 101 / ...
5h 45m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Montrose High Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to George Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to Stance 1bus 101 / ...
7h 38m

Montrose to Dumfries by train and bus

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Montrose, Scotland and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Montrose to Loreburne Centre Stance 2 via Haymarket, Lockerbie, and Hall in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Montrose High Street to School via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Overgate, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 29m.

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