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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Perth is to bus via Glasgow which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Perth is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Perth station. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Perth?

The distance between Dumfries and Perth is 145 miles. The road distance is 114.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Perth without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Dumfries to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Perth bus from?

Dumfries to Perth bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Buccleuch Street station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Perth?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Perth is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Dumfries to Perth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Perth is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Dumfries to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 564+ hotels available in Perth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dumfries to Perth 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
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
3h 27m
£64–117
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk093
4h 29m
£16–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
3h 45m
£38–66
Drive 114.1 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Perthcar 114.1 mi
2h 13m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Princes Streetbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from George Street to Perth stationbus Ember
5h 18m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Perth.

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Distance: 144.1 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Perth via Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Cathedral Street, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 29m.

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