The distance between Blackpool and Dumfries is around 214km (133 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2hrs.
We've found 3 different ways to get from Blackpool to Dumfries by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Dumfries → Blackpool if you're planning a return trip.
Take the train to Carlisle and then to Dumfries.
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There are several options for getting from Blackpool to Dumfries by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £55 ($65) and will take around 2hrs.
The distance between Blackpool and Dumfries is around 214km (133 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 144km (89 miles)
It takes around 2hrs to get from Blackpool and Dumfries by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 15m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Blackpool to Dumfries is to take the train which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx £55 ($65).
The cheapest way to travel between Blackpool and Dumfries, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £55 ($65) for a standard one-way ticket.
Yes there is a train service that runs between Blackpool and Dumfries. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs hourly.
There are no direct train services that runs from Blackpool to Dumfries. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Preston and Carlisle. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2hrs.
Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express Service, Northern Rail, West Coast Railways and First ScotRail Service run train services between Blackpool and Dumfries. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Blackpool and Dumfries. We recommend that you take the train to Carlisle and then to Dumfries. instead which will take 2hrs.
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Blackpool to Dumfries. We recommend that you take the train to Carlisle and then to Dumfries. instead which will take 2hrs.
The closest major airport to Dumfries is Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) (PIK) which is approximately 80km (50 miles) from Dumfries. Edinburgh Airport (EDI) (EDI) and Glasgow Airport (GLA) (GLA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Yes it is possible to drive from Blackpool and Dumfries. The distance is around 214km (133 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 15m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Blackpool to Dumfries is to take the train which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around £55 ($65).
Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
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Train + 1 similar | 2hrs | £55($65) | hourly | 225km (140 miles) |
Train via Carlisle | 4h 15m | £63($75) | once a week | 261km (162 miles) |
Drive | 2h 15m | £37($44) | on demand | 214km (133 miles) |
West Coast Railways
First ScotRail Service
The following major airports near Dumfries offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.