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

The cheapest way to get from Islay to Dumfries is to ferry and bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Islay to Dumfries is to fly and train which takes 3h 42m and costs £100 - £220.

How far is it from Islay to Dumfries?

The distance between Islay and Dumfries is 163 miles.

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

The best way to get from Islay to Dumfries without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 8h 37m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Islay to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 381+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Islay to Dumfries - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Islay to Dumfries by plane, train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Islay (ILY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)ILY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfries
3h 42m
£104–217
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station926
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Academy StreetX74
8h 37m
£34–86
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Kennacraig Ferry TerminalCm9
2. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Anniesland Cross926
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfries
9h 16m
£47–100

Islay to Dumfries by ferry and bus

24Weekly Services

8h 37mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Islay to Dumfries.

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Distance: 161.8 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

There is no direct connection from Islay to Dumfries. However, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), walk to Terminal Building, take the line 500 bus to Waterloo Lane, walk to Glasgow Central, then take the train to Dumfries. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal to Academy Street via Kennacraig Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 37m.

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