How to get to Dumfries from Bristol

You can travel between Bristol and Dumfries by train.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Dumfries is a train with an average price of £110.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Dumfries:

A train is £33 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Dumfries costing on average £143.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Dumfries is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 17m.

Other travel options to Dumfries take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 23m.

The Bristol to Dumfries distance is approximately 408 km.

The average frequency per day from Bristol to Dumfries is:

• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 6 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Dumfries as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Dumfries:

• Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Dumfries station (DMF).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Dumfries, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Avanti West Coast to go to Dumfries by train.
• Travel with easyJet to go to Dumfries by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Bristol to Dumfries:

• 6 direct flights per day with easyJet.

Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Dumfries often also extend their vacation to go to Glasgow, London, Carlisle, Edinburgh, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dumfries and these popular destinations at a great price.

To travel from Bristol to Dumfries, you can take a train.

In Dumfries, you can visit the Theatre Royal for captivating performances or explore the Crichton Estate's beautiful parkland. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the River Nith for scenic views and wildlife, or discover contemporary art at the Gracefield Arts Centre. For adventure, try mountain biking at the 7stanes trails in Mabie Forest. Must-see sights include the historic Caerlaverock Castle, the Robert Burns Centre, and the Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura. Mabie Forest offers diverse walking and cycling trails, while Dock Park provides play areas, gardens, and a miniature railway along the riverside.

A stay of two to three days in Dumfries would allow you to explore its charming town centre, visit attractions like the Robert Burns Centre, and take leisurely walks in the beautiful surrounding countryside.