The average train between Dumfries and Methil takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Methil. 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 Methil. 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 Methil at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Crown Inn and take an average of 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Methil? 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 Methil. However, there are services departing from Lockerbie station and arriving at Leven station via Edinburgh Waverley station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
Dumfries to Methil train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lockerbie station.
Dumfries to Methil train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Leven station.
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The distance between Dumfries and Methil is 129.6 km. The road distance is 171 km.
You can take a bus from Court to Leven via Crown Inn, Lockerbie, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 17m.