The average train between Dumfries and South Queensferry takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to South Queensferry. 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 2 hours between Dumfries and South Queensferry. 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 South Queensferry at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to South Queensferry. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at South Queensferry station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Dumfries to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Dumfries to South Queensferry train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Dumfries and South Queensferry is 103.3 km. The road distance is 226 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Dalmeny via Carlisle and Haymarket in around 3h.