The average train between Birmingham and Dumfries takes 3h 57m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Birmingham 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 Birmingham and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 41m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Dumfries station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
Birmingham to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Dumfries station.
Book your Birmingham to Dumfries train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Birmingham and Dumfries is 309 km. The road distance is 363 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 4h 22m.