The average train between Blackpool and Dumfries takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool 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 hourly between Blackpool and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 4:59 AM at night, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Dumfries station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Blackpool to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Dumfries station.
Book your Blackpool to Dumfries train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 4 other operators.
The distance between Blackpool and Dumfries is 144 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Dumfries via Preston and Carlisle in around 3h 6m.