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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Cambridge takes 7h 6m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Cambridge. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 6m
Duration
330 mi
Distance
£136
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Dumfries to Cambridge train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Dumfries and Cambridge. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Cambridge at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 7h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 14m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 1m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country13h 7m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country5h 59m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 4m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 3m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country5h 59m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 4m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 3m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 5m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country5h 59m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country5h 47m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 4m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country15h 8m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country14h 7m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country5h 59m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 4m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 3m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 2m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country5h 59m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 4m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 3m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Cross Country6h 2m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Cambridge? 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.

Map of how to get from Dumfries to Cambridge.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 329.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Cambridge, England?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Cambridge via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Peterborough in around 6h 58m.

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