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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Dumfries is to bus and train via Lockerbie which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Dumfries is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Dumfries via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Dumfries?

The distance between Sheffield and Dumfries is 184 miles. The road distance is 174.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Sheffield to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Dumfries train from?

Sheffield to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.

Where does the Sheffield to Dumfries train arrive?

Sheffield to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Dumfries is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Sheffield to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 394+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Sheffield to Dumfries - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Sheffield to Dumfries by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Carlisletrain Sheffield - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
4h 59m
£71–126
Bus, train via Lockerbie
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Carlislebus Ukn31
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 57m
£21–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
6h 8m
£30–53
Drive 173.2 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Dumfriescar 173.2 mi
3h 31m
£43–62
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
5h 8m
£68–131

Sheffield to Dumfries by train

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Distance: 182.6 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 4h 59m.

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