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 14m.

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 14m.

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 Carlisle and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Dundee?

The distance between Dumfries and Dundee is 144 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 which takes 4h 7m and costs £26 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m 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 which takes 4h 7m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h 14m.

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 Carlisle 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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Where can I stay near 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
best
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
4h 7m
£27–60
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 14m
£17–30
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Dundeecar 126.8 mi
2h 30m
£32–46
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain
4h 17m
£31–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Railway Stationbus E1
4h 48m

Dumfries to Dundee by bus and train

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4h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.6 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Academy Street to Dundee via Sydney Place, Lockerbie, and Haymarket in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 14m.

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