How to get to York from Dumfries

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Compare train for Dumfries to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dumfries to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £80 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £80, while a train costs an average of £80.

Distance: 205 km

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3h 41m

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3h 11m

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3h 1m

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The cheapest way to travel from Dumfries to York is a train with an average price of £80.
The fastest way to travel from Dumfries to York is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.
Yes, you can take a train between Dumfries and York.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £80 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-40.12. The journey takes 3h 11m versus 3h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Dumfries to York

How to get to York from Dumfries by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Dumfries to York is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ScotRail
    20:4913h48
    Dumfries
    10:37York
    £2831One-way
    1 change

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  • ScotRail
    20:4913h48
    Dumfries
    10:37York
    £2831One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • ScotRail
    20:4913h48
    Dumfries
    10:37York
    £2831One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Dumfries to York

Travel to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dumfries to York.

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You can travel between Dumfries and York by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Dumfries to York is a train with an average price of £80.
The fastest way to travel from Dumfries to York is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.
The Dumfries to York distance is approximately 205 km.
The average frequency per day from Dumfries to York is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dumfries to York:
  • Trains mostly depart from Dumfries station (DMF) and arrive in York station (YRK).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Douglas and arrive in Heysham.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dumfries to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Northern Rail to go to York by train.
Omio customers who travel from Dumfries to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, London Kings Cross (KGX). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Dumfries to York, you can take a train.
In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about its social history, walk along the York City Walls for scenic views, and visit the York Art Gallery for a diverse collection of art. Enjoy a boat tour on the River Ouse or a ghost tour through the city's haunted streets. Notable sights include York Minster, The Shambles, Clifford's Tower, Jorvik Viking Centre, and the National Railway Museum, each offering unique insights into York's rich heritage and history.
To fully explore York's historic attractions, museums, and vibrant culture, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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