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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Liverpool is to train and bus and line 310 bus which costs £23 - £75 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Liverpool is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Carlisle and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Liverpool?

The distance between Dumfries and Liverpool is 158 miles. The road distance is 151.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Dumfries to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Liverpool train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Liverpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Liverpool is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Dumfries to Liverpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Liverpool?

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Dumfries to Liverpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 310 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3h 25m
£54–97
Train, bus, line 310 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Prestontrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 2A
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 310
5h 42m
£23–71
Drive 150.3 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Liverpoolcar 150.3 mi
2h 56m
£38–54
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3h 29m
£39–102

Dumfries to Liverpool by train

106Weekly Trains

3h 25mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.3 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Liverpool Lime Street via Carlisle and Wigan North Western in around 3h 25m.

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