The average train between Bolton and Dumfries takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton 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 Bolton and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:38 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Dumfries station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
Bolton to Dumfries train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Dumfries train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Dumfries station.
Book your Bolton to Dumfries train tickets online with TransPennine Express and ScotRail.
The distance between Bolton and Dumfries is 182.1 km. The road distance is 229 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 3h 3m.