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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Cheltenham is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Cheltenham?

The distance between Dumfries and Cheltenham is 272 miles. The road distance is 272 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs £30 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Dumfries to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Cheltenham train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Cheltenham is 272 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Dumfries to Cheltenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 1674+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
5h 48m
£35–178
Drive 270.4 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Cheltenham270.4 mi
4h 25m
£66–96
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa
5h 40m
£54–122
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham SpaManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
7h
£52–186
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
5h 42m
£62–156
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa
6h 38m
£52–143
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spa
6h 32m
£60–138
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
6h 29m
£70–167

Dumfries to Cheltenham by train

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5h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 270.3 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Cheltenham Spa via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 48m.

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