The average train between Dumfries and Essex takes 6h 29m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Essex. 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 2 hours between Dumfries and Essex. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Essex at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Essex. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Essex station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.
Dumfries to Essex train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Essex train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Dumfries to Essex train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Essex is 454.4 km. The road distance is 603 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to White Notley via Carlisle, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 6h 29m.