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 41m.

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 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Academy Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

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 £23 - £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 bus from?

Liverpool to Dumfries bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

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.

Train or bus from Liverpool to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Dumfries is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £23 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Liverpool to Dumfries bus arrive?

Liverpool to Dumfries bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 41m 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 378+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Liverpool to Dumfries by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
3h 40m
£24–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Academy StreetX74
6h 36m
£40–55
Drive 155.9 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Dumfries155.9 mi
2h 41m
£38–55
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Leyland
2. Take the train from Leyland to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
7h 11m

Liverpool to Dumfries by train

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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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Academy Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 36m.

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