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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Chesterfield is to train which costs £30 - £40 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Chesterfield is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Chesterfield?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Chesterfield. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Chesterfield via Carlisle and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Chesterfield?

The distance between Dumfries and Chesterfield is 209 miles. The road distance is 186.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Chesterfield without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 5h 18m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Dumfries to Chesterfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Chesterfield train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Chesterfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Chesterfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Chesterfield is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Dumfries to Chesterfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Chesterfield?

There are 2028+ hotels available in Chesterfield.

Dumfries to Chesterfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Chesterfield by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chesterfieldtrain
5h 18m
£51–133
Train, bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
7h 29m
£22–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
7h 28m
£33–89
Drive 185.7 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Chesterfieldcar 185.7 mi
3h 44m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Chesterfieldtrain Carlisle - Nottingham
5h 38m
£31–38

Dumfries to Chesterfield by train

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Distance: 207.9 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Chesterfield via Carlisle and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 18m.

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