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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmacolm to Dumfries is to bus which costs £16 - £22 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmacolm to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmacolm and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmacolm to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Academy Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Kilmacolm to Dumfries?

The distance between Kilmacolm and Dumfries is 103 miles. The road distance is 83.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmacolm to Dumfries without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 43m and costs £29 - £33.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Kilmacolm to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmacolm to Dumfries bus from?

Kilmacolm to Dumfries bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Market Place station.

Train or bus from Kilmacolm to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Kilmacolm to Dumfries is to bus which takes 4h and costs £16 - £22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £45 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Kilmacolm to Dumfries bus arrive?

Kilmacolm to Dumfries bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kilmacolm to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmacolm to Dumfries is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Kilmacolm to Dumfries.

Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 388+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kilmacolm 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 Market Place to Waterloo LaneX7
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to DumfriesGlasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 43m
£29–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Buchanan Bus StationX7
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Academy StreetX74
4h
£16–21
Drive 82.8 mi
1. Drive from Kilmacolm to Dumfries82.8 mi
1h 48m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Port Glasgow to Glasgow CentralWemyss Bay - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to DumfriesGlasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 46m
£35–42

Kilmacolm to Dumfries by bus and train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.5 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Academy Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Moss Road to Dumfries via Bus Station, Port Glasgow, and Glasgow Central in around 3h 46m.

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