The average train between Dumfries and Montrose takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Montrose. 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 4 hours between Dumfries and Montrose. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Montrose at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 40m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Montrose? 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 Montrose. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Montrose station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.
Dumfries to Montrose train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Montrose train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Montrose station.
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The distance between Dumfries and Montrose is 196 km. The road distance is 313 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Montrose via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 53m.