The average train between Dumfries and Fife takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Fife. 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 Fife. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Fife at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Fife? 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 Fife. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Fife station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Dumfries to Fife train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Fife train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cupar station.
Book your Dumfries to Fife train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Fife is 145.6 km. The road distance is 282 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Cupar via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 3h 50m.