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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to Dumfries is to bus and train which costs £29 - £120 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to Dumfries is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Grantham and arriving at Dumfries via Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Grantham to Dumfries?

The distance between Grantham and Dumfries is 257 miles. The road distance is 226.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Grantham to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Dumfries train from?

Grantham to Dumfries train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Grantham to Dumfries train arrive?

Grantham to Dumfries train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Grantham to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to Dumfries is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Grantham to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 378+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to Newcastle
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
5h 6m
£48–99
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greyfriar Gate to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbie
9h 25m
£29–119
Drive 224.9 mi
1. Drive from Grantham to Dumfries224.9 mi
3h 48m
£55–80
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Grantham to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
6h 11m
£39–160
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Grantham to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to LockerbieManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 46m
£49–144

Grantham to Dumfries by train

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 255.6 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Grantham to Dumfries via Newcastle and Carlisle in around 5h 6m.

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