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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Dundee is to bus via Glasgow which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Dundee is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Dundee?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Dundee via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Dundee?

The distance between Dumfries and Dundee is 165 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Dundee without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 56m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Dumfries to Dundee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Dundee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Dundee train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Dundee?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Dundee is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 56m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Dumfries to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Dundee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Dundee is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Dumfries to Dundee.

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

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
3h 56m
£38–79
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 13m
£17–30
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Dundeecar 126.8 mi
2h 30m
£32–45
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
4h 7m
£25–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
4h 51m

Dumfries to Dundee by train and foot

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Dundee via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 13m.

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