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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Kettering is to train which costs £45 - £80 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Kettering is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Kettering?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Kettering station. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Police Station via Hill Court, Halston Hotel and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Kettering?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Kettering. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Kettering via Carlisle, Crewe, Nuneaton and Leicester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Kettering?

The distance between Dumfries and Kettering is 281 miles. The road distance is 268.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Kettering without a car is to train via Hinckley which takes 6h 1m and costs £55 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Dumfries to Kettering, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Kettering bus from?

Dumfries to Kettering bus services, operated by McCalls Coaches, depart from Hill Court station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Kettering train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Kettering?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Kettering is to train via Hinckley which takes 6h 1m and costs £55 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Dumfries to Kettering bus arrive?

Dumfries to Kettering bus services, operated by McCalls Coaches, arrive at The Courts station.

Where does the Dumfries to Kettering train arrive?

Dumfries to Kettering train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Kettering?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Kettering is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Dumfries to Kettering.

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

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Where can I stay near Kettering?

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Dumfries to Kettering - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Dumfries to Kettering by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Hinckley
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain
4. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
6h 1m
£57–181
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
7h 31m
£47–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hill Court to The Courtsbus 382
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Coach Parkbus Ukn31
10h 20m
Drive 267.1 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Ketteringcar 267.1 mi
4h 33m
£65–94
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Ketteringtrain
5h 21m
£64–169
Train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Ketteringtrain
7h 24m
£60–166
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Ketteringtrain
6h 14m
£70–200
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
4. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain
6h 43m
£63–152
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ketteringtrain
7h 29m
£85–331
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ketteringtrain
7h 30m
£109–331

Dumfries to Kettering by train

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6h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 279.1 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Kettering via Carlisle, Crewe, Nuneaton, and Leicester in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Police Station via Hill Court, The Courts, Halston Hotel, Coach Park, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 10h 20m.

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