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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dumfries to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Dumfries to Edinburgh

Cheapest
1 h 40 min
Car
117 km.
from $6
Other
2 h 35 min
Bus, Train
100 km.
from $48.97
2 h 44 min
100 km.
from $123.33

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$55.69–$164.55

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Dumfries to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$31.64

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Lockerbie to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02
Train from Carlisle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

Bus operators

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
westscotland.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Academy Street to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.18–$5.95

Houstons Minicoaches

Phone:
+44 1576 203874
Email:
info@houstoncoaches.co.uk
Website:
houstonscoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Academy Street to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Academy Street to Home
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh is to drive which costs $22.83 - $34.78 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $22.83 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Academy Street and arriving at Home Street. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dumfries and Edinburgh is 142 km. The road distance is 117.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 35m and costs $25 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Edinburgh bus from?

Dumfries to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Academy Street station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Edinburgh train from?

Dumfries to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Train or bus from Dumfries to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 2h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $39.13 - $173.91 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Dumfries to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dumfries to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Home Street station.

Where does the Dumfries to Edinburgh train arrive?

Dumfries to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Edinburgh is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Dumfries to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Dumfries to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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