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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Dumfries is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Dumfries is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Dumfries via Manchester Piccadilly and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Dumfries?

The distance between Macclesfield and Dumfries is 172 miles. The road distance is 170.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Macclesfield to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Dumfries train from?

Macclesfield to Dumfries train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Dumfries train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Dumfries is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Macclesfield to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 404+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
4h 34m
£39–136
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 58m
£35–140
Drive 169.4 mi
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Dumfriescar 169.4 mi
2h 53m
£42–60
Train via Stockport
1. Take the train from Stockport to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
4h 54m
£59–202

Macclesfield to Dumfries by train

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.2 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Dumfries via Manchester Piccadilly and Carlisle in around 4h 34m.

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