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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Dumfries is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Dumfries is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Dumfries via Preston and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Dumfries?

The distance between Liverpool and Dumfries is 158 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £24 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Liverpool to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Dumfries train from?

Liverpool to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Where does the Liverpool to Dumfries train arrive?

Liverpool to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Dumfries is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Liverpool to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 391+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Liverpool to Dumfries - 3 ways to travel via train, line 310 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Liverpool to Dumfries by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3h 40m
£24–108
Line 310 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leeds Street to Bus Stationbus 310
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 2A
3. Take the train from Preston to Lockerbietrain
5h 51m
£28–137
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Dumfriescar 155.9 mi
2h 43m
£38–55

Liverpool to Dumfries by train

101Weekly Trains

3h 40mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Liverpool to Dumfries.

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Distance: 157.4 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Dumfries via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 40m.

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