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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Matlock is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Matlock is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Causeway Lane via Hill Court, Halston Hotel, Meadowhall Interchange/A4 and Arundel Gate/AG12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Matlock via Carlisle, Crewe and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Matlock?

The distance between Dumfries and Matlock is 242 miles. The road distance is 196.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Matlock without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Dumfries to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Matlock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Matlock train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Matlock?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Matlock is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Dumfries to Matlock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Matlock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Matlock is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Dumfries to Matlock.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Matlock 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 Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain
6h 35m
£34–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hill Court to The Courtsbus 382
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
8h 51m
Drive 195.6 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Matlockcar 195.6 mi
3h 38m
£48–69
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxtontrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bakewell Road Bus Stationbus Tp
6h 50m
£46–88
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/D4 to Causeway Lanebus X17
7h 3m
£39–123

Dumfries to Matlock by train

104Weekly Trains

6h 35mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.5 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Matlock via Carlisle, Crewe, and Derby in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Causeway Lane via Hill Court, The Courts, Halston Hotel, Meadowhall Interchange/A4, Flat Street/Fitzalan Square, and Arundel Gate/AG12 in around 8h 51m.

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