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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Govan is to bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Govan is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Govan?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Govan. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Govan Road via Cathedral Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Govan?

The distance between Dumfries and Govan is 85 miles. The road distance is 77.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Govan without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Dumfries to Govan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Govan bus from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Govan?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Govan is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Dumfries to Govan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Govan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Govan is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Dumfries to Govan.

Where can I stay near Govan?

There are 1572+ hotels available in Govan.

Dumfries to Govan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Govan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 9m
£37–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2h 44m
£12–19
Drive 76.9 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Govancar 76.9 mi
1h 26m
£20–28

Dumfries to Govan by train and bus

51Weekly Services

2h 9mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dumfries to Govan.

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Distance: 84.6 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Dumfries to Glasgow Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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