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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Shotts is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Shotts is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Shotts?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Buccleuch Street and arriving at King Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Shotts?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Shotts via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Shotts?

The distance between Dumfries and Shotts is 102 miles. The road distance is 66.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Shotts without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £28 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Dumfries to Shotts, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Shotts bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Shotts train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Shotts?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Shotts is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £28 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 266 bus, which costs and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Dumfries to Shotts bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dumfries to Shotts train arrive?

Dumfries to Shotts train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Shotts?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Shotts is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Dumfries to Shotts.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotts?

There are 646+ hotels available in Shotts.

Dumfries to Shotts - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 266 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Shotts by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow CentralCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to ShottsGlasgow Central - Edinburgh
2h 45m
£29–35
Drive 66.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Shotts66.5 mi
1h 22m
£17–24
Bus, line 266 bus
1. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Bus StationX74
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to King Street266
3h 5m

Dumfries to Shotts by train

45Weekly Trains

2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Shotts via Glasgow Central in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buccleuch Street to King Street via Bus Station in around 3h 5m.

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