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How to get fromSunderland to Kirkcudbrightby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Sunderland to Kirkcudbright by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Sunderland to Carlisletrain train
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Gallerybus bus 555
    5h 34m

  2. Drive  126.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Sunderland to Kirkcudbrightcar car 126.5 mi
    2h 37m
    £32–45

  3. Train, bus via Swimming Pool

    1. Take the train from Sunderland to Carlisletrain train
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Swimming Poolbus bus 500
    6h 9m

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  • Distance: 136.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Kirkcudbright, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Sunderland to Kirkcudbright. However, you can take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Dumfries, walk to Dumfries station, then take the bus to Gallery. Alternatively, you can drive from Sunderland to Kirkcudbright in around 2h 37m.

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