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

The cheapest way to get from Keswick to Dumfries is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Keswick to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £14 - £22.

How far is it from Keswick to Dumfries?

The distance between Keswick and Dumfries is 69 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

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

The best way to get from Keswick to Dumfries without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 42m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Keswick to Dumfries, including transfers.

Can I drive from Keswick to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Keswick to Dumfries is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Keswick to Dumfries.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 409+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
2h 42m
£23–44
Drive 60.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Keswick to Dumfriescar 60.6 mi
1h 20m
£15–22
Bus, train, line 381 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Lockerbietrain
3. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Loreburne Centre 2bus 381
3h 19m
Bus, line 104 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Greta Bank to Bus Stationbus X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to STAND A - English Streetbus 104
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3h 29m
£24–41

Keswick to Dumfries by bus and train

102Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Keswick to Dumfries.

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Distance: 68.9 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Keswick, Cumbria, England and Dumfries, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Keswick to Dumfries. However, you can take the bus to Rail Station, walk to Penrith North Lakes, take the train to Carlisle, then take the train to Dumfries. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Loreburne Centre 2 via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Lockerbie, and Sydney Place in around 3h 19m.

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