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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Dumfries is to train which costs £35 - £100 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Dumfries is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Dumfries via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Dumfries?

The distance between Holyhead and Dumfries is 253 miles. The road distance is 252.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Holyhead to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Dumfries train from?

Holyhead to Dumfries train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Dumfries train arrive?

Holyhead to Dumfries train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Dumfries is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Holyhead to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 391+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Holyhead to Dumfries - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
5h 40m
£38–99
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
3. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Bus Stationbus 181
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain
8h 52m
£53–161
Drive 251.2 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Dumfriescar 251.2 mi
4h 19m
£61–88
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
9h 21m

Holyhead to Dumfries by train

71Weekly Trains

5h 40mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.4 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Dumfries via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle in around 5h 40m.

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