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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Dumfries is to bus and train which costs £24 - £90 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Dumfries is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Dumfries via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Preston to Dumfries?

The distance between Preston and Dumfries is 123 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £15 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Preston to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Dumfries train from?

Preston to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Dumfries train arrive?

Preston to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Dumfries is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Preston to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 391+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Preston to Dumfries - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 381 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
2h 31m
£16–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 25m
£25–90
Drive 120.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Dumfriescar 120.6 mi
2h 5m
£29–42
Train, line 381 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Sydney Place to Whitesandsbus 381
2h 34m

Preston to Dumfries by train

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.4 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 2h 31m.

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