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

The cheapest way to get from Methil to Dumfries is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Methil to Dumfries is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Methil and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct bus from Methil to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from South Grove and arriving at Whitesands via Park & Ride and Lothian Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Methil and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Methil to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Leven and arriving at Dumfries via Haymarket and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Methil to Dumfries?

The distance between Methil and Dumfries is 123 miles. The road distance is 107.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Methil to Dumfries without a car is to train and line 381 bus which takes 4h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Methil to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Methil to Dumfries bus from?

Methil to Dumfries bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Lothian Road station.

Where do I catch the Methil to Dumfries train from?

Methil to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Leven station.

Train or bus from Methil to Dumfries?

The best way to get from Methil to Dumfries is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Methil to Dumfries bus arrive?

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

Where does the Methil to Dumfries train arrive?

Methil to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Methil to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Methil to Dumfries is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Methil to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 333+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Methil to Dumfries - 5 ways to travel via train, line 381 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Methil to Dumfries by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 381 bus
best
1. Take the train from Leven to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbietrain
3. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Loreburne Centre 2bus 381
4h 7m
Drive 106.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Methil to Dumfriescar 106.9 mi
2h 4m
£27–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leven to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
5h 22m
Train
1. Take the train from Leven to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
4h 45m
£65–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lothian Road to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
5h 23m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Methil to Dumfries.

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Leven to Dumfries via Haymarket and Carlisle in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Lothian Road to Whitesands every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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