How to travel from Blackpool to Dumfries, United Kingdom

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.

3 routes found

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.

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Train

Take the train to Carlisle and then to Dumfries.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £55($65)
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Drive

Drive to Dumfries.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Distance214km (133 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Blackpool and Dumfries

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.

Train travel

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.

Bus travel

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.

Flights and Airlines

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.

Drive yourself

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).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Blackpool and Dumfries

Transport options from Blackpool to Dumfries
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2hrs
£55($65)
hourly225km (140 miles)
Train via Carlisle4h 15m
£63($75)
once a week261km (162 miles)
Drive
2h 15m
£37($44)
on demand214km (133 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Blackpool and Dumfries

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Airports near Dumfries

The following major airports near Dumfries offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

PIK
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
80km (50 miles) from Dumfries
EDI
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
International Airport
Distance
99km (61 miles) from Dumfries
GLA
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
International Airport
Distance
102km (64 miles) from Dumfries