The average train between Dumfries and Livingston takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Livingston. 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 Livingston. The earliest departure is at 7:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Livingston at 2:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 42m • 2 changes


3h 11m • 2 changes


2h 50m • 2 changes


3h 19m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


3h 4m • 2 changes


3h 1m • 2 changes


2h 59m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


3h 4m • 2 changes


2h 58m • 2 changes


2h 59m • 2 changes


3h • 2 changes


3h 1m • 2 changes


3h 1m • 2 changes


2h 59m • 2 changes


2h 47m • 2 changes


3h 4m • 2 changes


3h 1m • 2 changes


2h 59m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Livingston? 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 Livingston. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Livingston station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Dumfries to Livingston train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Livingston train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Dumfries to Livingston train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Dumfries and Livingston is 92.8 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Livingston North via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 3h 6m.