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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Manchester is to train and bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Crown Inn and Carlisle Parkhouse Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Manchester?

The distance between Dumfries and Manchester is 154 miles. The road distance is 152.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Dumfries to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Manchester bus from?

Dumfries to Manchester bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Crown Inn station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Manchester?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Dumfries to Manchester bus arrive?

Dumfries to Manchester bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at McDonalds station.

Where does the Dumfries to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Manchester is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Dumfries to Manchester.

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

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Dumfries to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to CarlisleDumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 14m
£41–93
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dumfries to CarlisleDumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station590
4h 48m
£29–48
Drive 151.4 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Manchester151.4 mi
2h 37m
£37–54
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)GLA - MAN
5h 58m
£76–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Crown Inn to McDonalds382
2. Take the bus from Carlisle Parkhouse Rd to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangemegabus M11
5h 54m

Dumfries to Manchester by train

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Distance: 153 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Manchester Oxford Road via Carlisle in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Crown Inn and Carlisle Parkhouse Rd in around 5h 54m.

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