The average train between Dumfries and Carnoustie takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Carnoustie. 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 3 hours between Dumfries and Carnoustie. 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 Carnoustie at 7:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Crown Inn and take an average of 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Carnoustie? 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 Carnoustie. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Carnoustie station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.
Dumfries to Carnoustie train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Lockerbie station.
Dumfries to Carnoustie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dundee station.
Book your Dumfries to Carnoustie train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Carnoustie is 168.8 km. The road distance is 248 km.
You can take a bus from School to Carnoustie via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, Haymarket, and Dundee in around 5h 3m.