Cardiff to Dumfries: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.5 miles 400 km · straight line
328.8 miles actual route 529.2 km · driving distance
6h 10min estimated drive time
£50 - £61 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
356° N bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Dumfries?

The distance from Cardiff to Dumfries is 248.5 miles (400 km) as the crow flies. Dumfries is located N of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 328.8 miles, taking about 6h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff and Dumfries. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cardiff to Dumfries

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 10min £50 - £61 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 24min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~5h 52min $39–$115* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Dumfries

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Dumfries
55.07°N, 3.61°W
Europe/London
21m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM