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Dumfries to Darlington trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Darlington takes 3h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Darlington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 26m
Duration
129 mi
Distance
£56
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Newcastle upon Tyne

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  1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain train
  3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain train
3h 2m
£43–85

Dumfries to Darlington train times

Trains run hourly between Dumfries and Darlington. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Darlington at 4:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country14h 9m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 8m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 9m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 12m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 12m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 12m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 12m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 12m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedCross Country3h 6m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 12m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 58m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Darlington? 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 Darlington.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 129 mi
  • Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Darlington via Carlisle and Newcastle in around 3h 2m.

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