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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Dumfries is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Dumfries is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Dumfries?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Academy Street. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Leith to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dumfries via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Leith to Dumfries?

The distance between Leith and Dumfries is 89 miles. The road distance is 74.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Dumfries without a car is to train and line 381 bus which takes 2h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Leith to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leith to Dumfries bus from?

Leith to Dumfries bus services, operated by Houston's Minicoaches, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Dumfries train from?

Leith to Dumfries train services, operated by First TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Leith to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Leith to Dumfries is to bus which takes 2h 59m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Leith to Dumfries bus arrive?

Leith to Dumfries bus services, operated by Houston's Minicoaches, arrive at Academy Street station.

Where does the Leith to Dumfries train arrive?

Leith to Dumfries train services, operated by First TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Leith to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Dumfries is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Leith to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 404+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

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

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Train, line 381 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lockerbietrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Whitesandsbus 381
2h 28m
Drive 74.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leith to Dumfriescar 74.1 mi
1h 46m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Academy Streetbus 101A / ...
2h 59m
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
2h 45m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Leith to Dumfries.

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Distance: 88.4 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Houston's Minicoaches operates a bus from Princes Street to Academy Street 3 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 2h 45m.

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