Bus from Kirkcudbright to Dumfries
3 direct routes · about 78 min · first bus 08:55, last bus 22:00 (weekdays).
Next buses to Dumfries as of 12:02
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Kirkcudbright, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 501 | McCall's Coaches | ~78 min | 2 | Sat 2 · Sun 3 | 19:00 | 22:00 | Harbour Square Shelter (at) | Court (opp) | Tongland, Ringford, Bridge of Dee, Rhonehouse, Castle Douglas, Haugh of Urr & 3 more |
| 555 | DGC Buses | ~67 min | 1 | weekdays only | 08:55 | 08:55 | Harbour Square Shelter (at) | Court (opp) | Tongland, Bridge of Dee, Rhonehouse, Castle Douglas, Haugh of Urr, Springholm & 3 more |
| 505 | DGC Buses | ~64 min | 1 | weekdays only | 10:05 | 10:05 | Harbour Square Shelter (at) | Court (opp) | Dundrennan, Auchencairn, Palnackie, Dalbeattie, Kirkgunzeon & Beeswing |
Times are for the first boarding point in Kirkcudbright on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 501 bus, 555 bus or 505 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Kirkcudbright to Dumfries?
3 routes run directly from Kirkcudbright to Dumfries: the 501 (McCall's Coaches), the 555 (DGC Buses), the 505 (DGC Buses). The most frequent is the 501, twice each weekday — board at Harbour Square Shelter (at) and get off at Court (opp), about 78 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Kirkcudbright to Dumfries?
Around 78 minutes on the 501, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Tongland, Ringford, Bridge of Dee, Rhonehouse and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Kirkcudbright to Dumfries?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 08:55 and the last around 22:00. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Kirkcudbright to Dumfries?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.