The average train between Dumfries and Arbroath takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Arbroath. 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 Arbroath. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Arbroath at 11:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 26m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Arbroath? 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 Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Arbroath station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.
Dumfries to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Arbroath station.
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The distance between Dumfries and Arbroath is 178 km. The road distance is 291 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Arbroath via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 36m.