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

The cheapest way to get from Selkirk to Dumfries is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Selkirk to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Selkirk and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Selkirk to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Scott Monument and arriving at School via Galashiels Transport Interchange and Town Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Selkirk to Dumfries?

The distance between Selkirk and Dumfries is 89 miles. The road distance is 54.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Selkirk to Dumfries without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 13m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Selkirk to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Selkirk to Dumfries bus from?

Selkirk to Dumfries bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Selkirk to Dumfries bus arrive?

Selkirk to Dumfries bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Lambs Pend station.

Can I drive from Selkirk to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Selkirk to Dumfries is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Selkirk to Dumfries.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 398+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Selkirk to Dumfries - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Selkirk to Dumfries by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
3h 13m
£24–38
Drive 54.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Selkirk to Dumfriescar 54.5 mi
1h 7m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Lambs Pendbus X62
2. Take the bus from Town Centre to Schoolbus 101
5h 15m

Selkirk to Dumfries by bus and train

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3h 13mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.2 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Scott Monument to School via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Lambs Pend, and Town Centre in around 5h 15m.

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