The average train between Dumfries and Northampton takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Northampton. 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 Northampton. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Northampton at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 55m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Northampton? 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 Northampton. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Northampton station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Dumfries to Northampton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Northampton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.
Book your Dumfries to Northampton train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Northampton is 361.3 km. The road distance is 477 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Northampton via Carlisle, Crewe, and Milton Keynes Central in around 5h 8m.