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

The cheapest way to get from Methil to Dumfries is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 52m.

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 Academy Street via Park & Ride, North Approach Road and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

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 37m.

How far is it from Methil to Dumfries?

The distance between Methil and Dumfries is 169 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 which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m 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 Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach 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 37m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Methil to Dumfries bus arrive?

Methil to Dumfries bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 337+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

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

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Train
best
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 37m
£60–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Academy Streetbus X74
5h 52m
£22–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leven to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Academy Streetbus 101A / ...
5h 20m
Drive 106.9 mi
1. Drive from Methil to Dumfriescar 106.9 mi
2h 4m
£27–38
Train, line 381 bus
1. Take the train from Leven to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lockerbietrain
3. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Whitesandsbus 381
4h 49m

Methil to Dumfries by train

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Distance: 168.2 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Grove to Academy Street via Park & Ride Arrival Bay, Park & Ride, North Approach Road, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 52m.

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