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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Cardiff takes 6h 36m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Cardiff. 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 36m
Duration
311 mi
Distance
£110
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Dumfries to Cardiff train times

Trains run hourly between Dumfries and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 45m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 45m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 48m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 30m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 30m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 30m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 30m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 34m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 29m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 45m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 52m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 38m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 49m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Cardiff? 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 Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 311.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Cardiff Central via Carlisle and Crewe in around 6h 28m.

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