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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Dalry is to bus which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Dalry is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Dalry?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Dalry. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Dalry?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Dalry. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Dalry via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Dalry?

The distance between Dumfries and Dalry is 75 miles. The road distance is 72.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Dalry without a car is to train and line 11 bus which takes 2h 31m and costs £26 - £31.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Dumfries to Dalry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Dalry bus from?

Dumfries to Dalry bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Buccleuch Street station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Dalry train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Dalry?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Dalry is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £32 - £37. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Dumfries to Dalry bus arrive?

Dumfries to Dalry bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dumfries to Dalry train arrive?

Dumfries to Dalry train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Dalry?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Dalry is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Dumfries to Dalry.

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

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Where can I stay near Dalry?

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Dumfries to Dalry - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 11 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to St Winnings Lanebus 11
2h 31m
£27–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to The Crossbus X36
3h 41m
£15–23
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dalrytrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2h 35m
£33–37
Drive 72.2 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Dalrycar 72.2 mi
1h 32m
£18–26

Dumfries to Dalry by train and bus

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2h 31mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.6 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Dalry, North Ayrshire, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Dalry via Glasgow Central in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to The Cross via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 41m.

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