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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Dumfries is to bus and train via Leeds which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Dumfries is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Dumfries?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Dumfries via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Sheffield to Dumfries?

The distance between Sheffield and Dumfries is 184 miles. The road distance is 174.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Dumfries without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Sheffield to Dumfries, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Dumfries train from?

Sheffield to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.

Where does the Sheffield to Dumfries train arrive?

Sheffield to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Dumfries?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Dumfries is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Sheffield to Dumfries.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumfries?

There are 390+ hotels available in Dumfries.

Sheffield to Dumfries - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Sheffield to Carlisletrain Sheffield - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain Carlisle - Dumfries / ...
5h
£31–99
Bus, train via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Carlislebus
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
6h 10m
£18–35
Drive 173.4 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Dumfriescar 173.4 mi
3h 30m
£42–61
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
5h 7m
£37–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 36m
£26–88

Sheffield to Dumfries by train

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Map of how to get from Sheffield to Dumfries.

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Distance: 182.6 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 5h.

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