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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Strathaven is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Strathaven is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Strathaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumfries to Strathaven. However, there are services departing from Academy Street and arriving at Wellbrae via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Strathaven?

The distance between Dumfries and Strathaven is 80 miles. The road distance is 59.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Strathaven without a car is to bus and line 254 bus which takes 2h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Dumfries to Strathaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Strathaven bus from?

Dumfries to Strathaven bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Academy Street station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Strathaven?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Strathaven is to bus and line 254 bus which takes 2h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £34 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Dumfries to Strathaven bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dumfries to Strathaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Strathaven is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Dumfries to Strathaven.

Where can I stay near Strathaven?

There are 921+ hotels available in Strathaven.

Dumfries to Strathaven - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 254 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 254 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Academy Street to Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wellbraebus 254
2h 50m
Drive 58.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Strathavencar 58.9 mi
1h 8m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Centraltrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central Low Level to Larkhalltrain Dalmuir - Larkhall / ...
3h 36m
£31–33

Dumfries to Strathaven by train and bus

50Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.8 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Academy Street to Wellbrae via Bus Station in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Bridge Street via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, Larkhall, and Montgomery Street in around 3h 36m.

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