The average train between Balloch and Dumfries takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Balloch to Dumfries. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Balloch and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balloch is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 4:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 53m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Balloch to Dumfries? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Balloch station and arriving at Dumfries station via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Balloch to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Balloch station.
Balloch to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumfries station.
Book your Balloch to Dumfries train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Balloch and Dumfries is 120.4 km. The road distance is 163 km.
You can take a train from Balloch to Dumfries via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and Glasgow Central in around 3h 43m.