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 45m.

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 45m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Dumfries?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Whitesands. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m.

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 37m.

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 1h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m 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 Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Dumfries train from?

Leith to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, 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 3h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £90 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Leith to Dumfries bus arrive?

Leith to Dumfries bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Whitesands station.

Where does the Leith to Dumfries train arrive?

Leith to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, 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 45m 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 386+ 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 LockerbieEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Loreburne Centre 2381
1h 43m
Drive 74.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leith to Dumfries74.1 mi
1h 45m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Whitesands101A / ...
3h 4m
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CarlisleEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to DumfriesCarlisle - Dumfries / ...
2h 37m
£21–86

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 88.1 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Whitesands every 2 hours, and the journey takes 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 2h 37m.

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