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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Alnwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Alnwick. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Retail Park via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Alnwick?

The distance between Dumfries and Alnwick is 133 miles. The road distance is 104 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £29 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Dumfries to Alnwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Alnwick bus from?

Dumfries to Alnwick bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Buccleuch Street station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Alnwick?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Alnwick is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £29 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Dumfries to Alnwick bus arrive?

Dumfries to Alnwick bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Alnwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Alnwick is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Dumfries to Alnwick.

Where can I stay near Alnwick?

There are 1784+ hotels available in Alnwick.

Dumfries to Alnwick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dumfries to Alnwick by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Alnmouthtrain
3h 26m
£29–121
Drive 103.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Alnwickcar 103.4 mi
2h 8m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Retail Parkbus 591
5h 50m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Retail Parkbus 591
4h 28m
£26–46

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Alnwick.

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Distance: 131.9 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Alnwick via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Alnmouth in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Retail Park via Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 5h 50m.

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