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Dumfries to Aberdeen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Aberdeen takes 6h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Aberdeen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 3m
Duration
259 mi
Distance
£122
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Carlisle

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  1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain train
  3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain train
5h 38m
£84–186

Dumfries to Aberdeen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Dumfries and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 7:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 259.3 mi
  • Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Aberdeen via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 5h 38m.

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