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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Maybole is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Maybole is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Maybole?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Maybole. However, there are services departing from Whitesands and arriving at Merrick View via Castle Primary school and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Maybole?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Maybole. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Maybole via Kilmarnock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Maybole?

The distance between Dumfries and Maybole is 72 miles. The road distance is 55.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Maybole without a car is to train and line 42 bus which takes 2h 21m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Dumfries to Maybole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Maybole bus from?

Dumfries to Maybole bus services, operated by McCalls Coaches, depart from Whitesands station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Maybole train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Maybole?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Maybole is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £21 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Dumfries to Maybole bus arrive?

Dumfries to Maybole bus services, operated by McCalls Coaches, arrive at Castle Primary school station.

Where does the Dumfries to Maybole train arrive?

Dumfries to Maybole train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kilmarnock station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Maybole?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Maybole is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Dumfries to Maybole.

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

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Dumfries to Maybole - 4 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, car, and bus

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

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Train, line 42 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Well Road to Ayr Bus Stationbus 42 / ...
2h 21m
£18–40
Drive 55.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Maybolecar 55.3 mi
1h 11m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Mayboletrain Kilmarnock - Girvan / ...
2h 41m
£21–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Castle Primary schoolbus 246
2. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Ayr Bus Stationbus 43 / ...
3h 46m

Dumfries to Maybole by train and bus

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Maybole via Kilmarnock in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Whitesands to Merrick View via Castle Primary school and Ayr Bus Station in around 3h 46m.

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