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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dumfries?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Home Street and arriving at Whitesands. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dumfries via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dumfries?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dumfries is 89 miles. The road distance is 73.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries without a car is to train and line 381 bus which takes 2h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dumfries bus from?

Edinburgh to Dumfries bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Home Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dumfries train from?

Edinburgh to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £90 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dumfries bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Dumfries bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Whitesands station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dumfries train arrive?

Edinburgh to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dumfries is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Edinburgh to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 378+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Edinburgh to Dumfries - 4 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 381 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to LockerbieEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Loreburne Centre 2381
2h
Drive 72.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Dumfries72.7 mi
1h 40m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Home Street to Whitesands101A / ...
2h 50m
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CarlisleEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to DumfriesCarlisle - Dumfries / ...
2h 37m
£21–86

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Dumfries.

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Distance: 88.1 mi
Duration: 2h

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Home Street to Whitesands 5 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 2h 37m.

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