The average train between Dumfries and Cardross takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Cardross. 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 Cardross. 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 Cardross at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 42m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Cardross? 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 Cardross. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Cardross station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.
Dumfries to Cardross train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Cardross train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cardross station.
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The distance between Dumfries and Cardross is 119.3 km. The road distance is 160 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Cardross via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 2h 53m.