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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Selby is to train and bus which costs £21 - £24 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Selby is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Selby?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Selby. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Selby via Carlisle, Newcastle and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Selby?

The distance between Dumfries and Selby is 195 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Selby without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 4h 30m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Dumfries to Selby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Selby train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Selby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Selby?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Selby is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Dumfries to Selby.

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

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Where can I stay near Selby?

There are 1716+ hotels available in Selby.

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

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

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
4h 30m
£28–75
Train, bus via Sydney Place
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Stn Stand 4bus 164
7h 35m
£19–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Stn Stand 4bus 164
6h 46m
£21–23
Drive 163.6 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Selbycar 163.6 mi
2h 53m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
5h 2m
£25–96

Dumfries to Selby by train

106Weekly Trains

4h 30mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.5 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Selby via Carlisle, Newcastle, and York in around 4h 30m.

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