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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Insch is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Insch is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Insch?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Insch. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Market Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Insch?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Insch. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Insch via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Insch?

The distance between Dumfries and Insch is 263 miles. The road distance is 205.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Insch without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Dumfries to Insch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Insch bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Insch train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Insch?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Insch is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Dumfries to Insch bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Insch train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Insch?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Insch is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Dumfries to Insch.

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

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Where can I stay near Insch?

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Dumfries to Insch - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Dumfries to Insch by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inschtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness
6h 12m
£69–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
8h 13m
£23–39
Drive 204.5 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Inschcar 204.5 mi
4h 1m
£49–71
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inschtrain
6h 29m
£60–121
Train #2
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inschtrain
6h 35m
£34–92
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Lothian Roadbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus M92
8h 31m

Dumfries to Insch by train and foot

6Weekly Services

6h 12mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.1 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Insch via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Market Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, Market Place, and Town Hall in around 8h 13m.

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