The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Dumfries
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow to Dumfries is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Dumfries will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Glasgow for Dumfries every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Glasgow to Dumfries
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Dumfries among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 97 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Dumfries bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Dumfries coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:10 Glasgow | 2h09 | 11:19 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 Glasgow | 2h09 | 12:19 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:10 Glasgow | 2h09 | 13:19 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:10 Glasgow | 2h09 | 14:19 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:10 Glasgow | 2h09 | 15:19 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Dumfries
Buses from Glasgow to Dumfries run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:57, the last at 21:14. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 8m |
First bus 04:57 |
Last bus 21:14 |
Bus providers: Stagecoach West Scotland from Glasgow to DumfriesYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Dumfries with Stagecoach West Scotland for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Glasgow to Dumfries coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Dumfries by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dumfries, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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