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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Dumfries is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Dumfries is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Dumfries via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Penrith to Dumfries?

The distance between Penrith and Dumfries is 56 miles. The road distance is 52 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Dumfries without a car is to train and line 381 bus which takes 1h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Penrith to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Dumfries train from?

Penrith to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Where does the Penrith to Dumfries train arrive?

Penrith to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Dumfries is 52 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Penrith to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 395+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Penrith to Dumfries - 4 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus

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

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Train, line 381 bus
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Hall to Loreburne Centre Stance 2bus 381
1h 33m
Drive 51.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penrith to Dumfriescar 51.7 mi
59 min
£13–19
Line 104 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Graham Street to Stand A - English Streetbus 104
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
2h 15m
£16–28
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
1h 39m
£19–35

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Distance: 56.1 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 1h 39m.

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