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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dumfries is to drive which costs £75 - £110 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dumfries is to drive which takes 5h 57m and costs £75 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Dumfries via Crewe and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dumfries?

The distance between Cardiff and Dumfries is 313 miles. The road distance is 310.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Cardiff to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dumfries train from?

Cardiff to Dumfries train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Dumfries train arrive?

Cardiff to Dumfries train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dumfries is 310 miles. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 387+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Cardiff to Dumfries - 8 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 381 bus

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Dumfries by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
6h 48m
£47–158
Drive 308.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dumfries308.4 mi
5h 57m
£76–110
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfries
6h 35m
£68–166
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lockerbie
8h 34m
£67–206
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
6h 48m
£78–202
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
7h 2m
£70–199
Train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train, line 381 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
4. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Loreburne Centre 2
6h 52m
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
7h 47m
£89–236

Cardiff to Dumfries by train

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Distance: 311.2 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dumfries via Crewe and Carlisle in around 6h 48m.

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