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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Aintree is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Aintree is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Old Roan via Carlisle, Preston and Ormskirk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Aintree?

The distance between Dumfries and Aintree is 145 miles. The road distance is 146 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Aintree without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £27 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Dumfries to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Aintree train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Aintree train arrive?

Dumfries to Aintree train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Aintree is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Dumfries to Aintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

There are 2287+ hotels available in Aintree.

Dumfries to Aintree - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Aintree by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Ormskirk
3h 49m
£27–105
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to PrestonEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Railway Approach2A
4h 30m
£18–133
Drive 145.2 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Aintree145.2 mi
2h 44m
£37–53

Dumfries to Aintree by train

102Weekly Trains

3h 49mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.1 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Old Roan via Carlisle, Preston, and Ormskirk in around 3h 49m.

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