The average train between Dumfries and Aberdeen takes 6h 1m 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.
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 5:08 PM. All services require a transfer at Crown Inn and take an average of 6h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Aberdeen? 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 Dumfries to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Aberdeen station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.
Dumfries to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Lockerbie station.
Dumfries to Aberdeen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Book your Dumfries to Aberdeen train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Aberdeen is 249 km. The road distance is 344 km.
You can take a bus from School to Aberdeen via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, and Haymarket in around 5h 35m.