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Dumfries to Elgin trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Elgin takes 9h 6m and the fastest train takes 6h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Elgin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 6m
Duration
329 mi
Distance
£157
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Carlisle

best
  1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain train
  3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain train
  4. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain train
8h 5m
£114–241

Dumfries to Elgin train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Dumfries and Elgin. 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 Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 9h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 329.5 mi
  • Duration: 9h 6m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Elgin, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Elgin via Carlisle, Haymarket, and Aberdeen in around 8h 5m.

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