How to travel from Ripon to Dumfries, United Kingdom
The distance between Ripon and Dumfries is around 206km (128 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 15m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Ripon to Dumfries by bus, 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 → Ripon if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Northallerton Racecourse Lane then take the train to Newcastle then Carlisle and then to Dumfries.
- Duration3h 40m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost£41($48)
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ripon and Dumfries
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ripon to Dumfries by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around £25 ($29) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £35 ($42).
The distance between Ripon and Dumfries is around 206km (128 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 170km (106 miles)
It takes around 3h 40m to get from Ripon and Dumfries by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 15m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Ripon to Dumfries is to drive which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx £35 ($42).
The cheapest way to travel between Ripon and Dumfries, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around £25 ($29) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Ripon and Dumfries. We recommend that you drive to Dumfries. instead which will take 2h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ripon and Dumfries. We recommend that you drive to Dumfries. instead which will take 2h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ripon to Dumfries. We recommend that you take the bus to Northallerton Racecourse Lane then take the train to Newcastle then Carlisle and then to Dumfries. instead which will take 3h 40m.
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 Ripon and Dumfries. The distance is around 206km (128 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 Ripon to Dumfries is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around £41 ($48).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ripon and Dumfries
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 3h 40m | £41($48) | twice daily | 273km (169 miles) |
| Bus to Northallerton, Racecourse Lane, train | 4hrs | £25($29) | once daily | 273km (170 miles) |
Drive | 2h 15m | £35($42) | on demand | 206km (128 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Ripon and Dumfries
Train operators
LNER
First ScotRail Service
Bus companies
Reliance Motor Services
Airports near Dumfries
The following major airports near Dumfries offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
- Distance
- 80km (50 miles) from Dumfries
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
- Distance
- 99km (61 miles) from Dumfries
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
- Distance
- 102km (64 miles) from Dumfries