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 £28 - £120 and takes 7h 2m.

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 4h 3m and costs £50 - £75.

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 Crewe and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Dumfries?

The distance between Nottingham and Dumfries is 243 miles. The road distance is 211.8 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 5h 45m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m 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 Crewe station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Dumfries is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m 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 381+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Nottingham to Dumfries - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Nottingham to Dumfries by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Nottingham to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to LockerbieManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 45m
£48–114
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greyfriar Gate to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbie
7h 2m
£28–116
Drive 210.6 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Dumfries210.6 mi
4h 3m
£52–75
Train, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dumfries
6h 44m
£62–161
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
5h 56m
£36–117
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
7h 5m
£36–144
Train, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lockerbie
6h 47m
£71–194

Nottingham to Dumfries by train and bus

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5h 45mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Whitesands via Manchester Piccadilly, Lockerbie, and Sydney Place in around 5h 45m.

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