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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dumfries is to bus and train which costs £55 - £160 and takes 11h 4m.

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 6h 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 31m.

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 31m and costs £90 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m 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 6h 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 416+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
6h 31m
£93–200
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain
11h 4m
£60–160
Drive 308.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dumfriescar 308.4 mi
6h
£76–110
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfriestrain
6h 48m
£91–230
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 16m
£133–222
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain
6h 58m
£91–205
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 11m
£89–205
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain
7h 42m
£118–233

Cardiff to Dumfries by train

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6h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311.2 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

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 31m.

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