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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Dumfries is to bus and train which costs £22 - £50 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Dumfries is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Dumfries via Manchester Piccadilly and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Dumfries?

The distance between Nottingham and Dumfries is 237 miles. The road distance is 217.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Nottingham to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Dumfries train from?

Nottingham to Dumfries train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Where does the Nottingham to Dumfries train arrive?

Nottingham to Dumfries train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Dumfries is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Nottingham to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 418+ hotels available in Dumfries.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
6h 1m
£94–161
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain
7h 45m
£22–47
Drive 216.3 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Dumfriescar 216.3 mi
3h 52m
£53–77
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
7h 4m
£84–161

Nottingham to Dumfries by train

99Weekly Trains

6h 1mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nottingham to Dumfries.

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Distance: 235.9 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Dumfries via Manchester Piccadilly and Carlisle in around 6h 1m.

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