The average train between Dumfries and Leicester takes 5h 41m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Leicester. 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 hourly between Dumfries and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Leicester at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Leicester? 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 Leicester. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Leicester station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.
Dumfries to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Book your Dumfries to Leicester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Leicester is 315.4 km. The road distance is 406 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Leicester via Carlisle, Crewe, and Nuneaton in around 5h 31m.