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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Helmsley is to train and bus and line 843 bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 8h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Helmsley is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Dumfries to Helmsley?

The distance between Dumfries and Helmsley is 172 miles. The road distance is 140.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Helmsley without a car is to train and bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 5h 47m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Dumfries to Helmsley, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Helmsley is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Dumfries to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 850+ hotels available in Helmsley.

Dumfries to Helmsley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 843 bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Northallertontrain
4. Take the bus from County Hall to Market Placebus M5
5h 47m
£54–104
Train, bus, line 843 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 843 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Market Placebus M31
8h 56m
£22–40
Drive 139.8 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Helmsleycar 139.8 mi
2h 38m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Middlesbroughtrain
3. Take the bus from County Hall to Market Placebus M5
7h 30m
£64–117

Dumfries to Helmsley by train and bus

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5h 47mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.3 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Helmsley, England?

There is no direct connection from Dumfries to Helmsley. However, you can take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Newcastle, take the train to Northallerton, walk to County Hall, then take the bus to Market Place. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Market Place via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, Carlisle, Carlisle, Leeds Cultural Stop C, Leeds City Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 8h 56m.

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