The average train between Dumfries and Gloucester takes 7h 38m and the fastest train takes 6h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Gloucester. 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 Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 4:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 7h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 47m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Gloucester? 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 Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Cheltenham Spa station via Carlisle station and Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.
Dumfries to Gloucester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
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The distance between Dumfries and Gloucester is 367.6 km. The road distance is 442 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Gloucester via Carlisle, Manchester Piccadilly, and Cheltenham Spa in around 7h 6m.