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

The cheapest way to get from Stonehaven to Dumfries is to bus via Glasgow which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stonehaven to Dumfries is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stonehaven and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Stonehaven to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Stonehaven Barclay Street and arriving at School via Dundee Slessor Gardens and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Stonehaven and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Stonehaven to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Stonehaven and arriving at Dumfries via Haymarket and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Stonehaven to Dumfries?

The distance between Stonehaven and Dumfries is 245 miles. The road distance is 178.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Dumfries without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 27m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Stonehaven to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stonehaven to Dumfries bus from?

Stonehaven to Dumfries bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Stonehaven Barclay Street station.

Where do I catch the Stonehaven to Dumfries train from?

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

Train or bus from Stonehaven to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Dumfries is to train via Carlisle which takes 5h 27m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Stonehaven to Dumfries bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stonehaven to Dumfries train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stonehaven to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Stonehaven to Dumfries is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Stonehaven to Dumfries.

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Stonehaven to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
5h 27m
£87–169
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stonehaven Barclay Street to Dundee Slessor Gardensbus
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Schoolbus X74
7h 6m
£41–61
Drive 177.2 mi
1. Drive from Stonehaven to Dumfriescar 177.2 mi
3h 17m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Stonehaven to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lockerbietrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 39m
£62–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk092 / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Schoolbus 101A / ...
8h 22m

Stonehaven to Dumfries by train

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Distance: 243.6 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a train from Stonehaven to Dumfries via Haymarket and Carlisle in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stonehaven Barclay Street to School via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Buchanan Bus Stn, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 6m.

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