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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Dunbar is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Dunbar is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at High Street via Waterloo Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Dunbar via Carlisle and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Dunbar?

The distance between Dumfries and Dunbar is 117 miles. The road distance is 94 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Dunbar without a car is to line 381 bus and train which takes 3h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Dumfries to Dunbar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Dunbar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Dunbar train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Dunbar is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Dumfries to Dunbar bus arrive?

Dumfries to Dunbar bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dumfries to Dunbar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Dunbar is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Dumfries to Dunbar.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunbar?

There are 220+ hotels available in Dunbar.

Dumfries to Dunbar - 5 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 381 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Academy Street to Sydney Placebus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbartrain
3h 24m
Drive 93.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Dunbarcar 93.5 mi
1h 59m
£23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbartrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 48m
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dunbartrain
3h 40m
£49–114
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to High Streetbus X7 / ...
4h 14m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Dunbar.

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Distance: 116.8 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Dunbar, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Dunbar via Carlisle and Edinburgh Waverley in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to High Street via Princes Street and Waterloo Place in around 4h 14m.

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