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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Kilmacolm is to bus which costs £17 - £22 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Kilmacolm is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Kilmacolm?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Kilmacolm. However, there are services departing from Academy Street and arriving at Moss Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Kilmacolm?

The distance between Dumfries and Kilmacolm is 103 miles. The road distance is 83.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Kilmacolm without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 51m and costs £29 - £31.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Dumfries to Kilmacolm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Kilmacolm bus from?

Dumfries to Kilmacolm bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Academy Street station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Kilmacolm?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Kilmacolm is to bus which takes 3h 26m and costs £17 - £22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £38 - £40 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Dumfries to Kilmacolm bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Kilmacolm?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Kilmacolm is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Dumfries to Kilmacolm.

Where can I stay near Kilmacolm?

There are 1432+ hotels available in Kilmacolm.

Dumfries to Kilmacolm - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dumfries to Kilmacolm 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
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow CentralCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from West Campbell Street to Moss RoadX7
2h 51m
£30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Academy Street to Buchanan Bus StationX74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Moss RoadX7
3h 26m
£17–22
Drive 82.6 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Kilmacolm82.6 mi
1h 48m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow CentralCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Port GlasgowGlasgow Central - Wemyss Bay / ...
2h 55m
£39

Dumfries to Kilmacolm by train and bus

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2h 51mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.6 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Academy Street to Moss Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Market Place via Glasgow Central, Port Glasgow, and Bus Station in around 2h 55m.

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