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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Sheffield is to train and bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Sheffield is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Sheffield via Carlisle and Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Sheffield?

The distance between Dumfries and Sheffield is 197 miles. The road distance is 174.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Sheffield without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 32m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Dumfries to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Sheffield train from?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Sheffield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Sheffield is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Dumfries to Sheffield.

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

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Where can I stay near Sheffield?

There are 691+ hotels available in Sheffield.

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

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

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain
4h 32m
£68–136
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
6h 16m
£22–44
Train, bus via Leeds
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 & Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
5h 52m
£28–61
Drive 173.3 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Sheffieldcar 173.3 mi
3h 30m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sheffieldtrain Carlisle - Nottingham / ...
5h 21m
£69–136

Dumfries to Sheffield by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.7 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Sheffield via Carlisle and Manchester Oxford Road in around 4h 32m.

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