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Dumfries to South Shields trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and South Shields takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to South Shields. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 17m
Duration
104 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain train Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2h 54m
£37–66

Dumfries to South Shields train times

Trains run hourly between Dumfries and South Shields. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into South Shields at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 11m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 12m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 51m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 11m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 50m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 10m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 51m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 52m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 52m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Nexus Metro2h 52m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 6m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 17m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 11m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro3h 12m • 2 changes

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    ScotRailNorthern Trains LimitedNexus Metro2h 51m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to South Shields? 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.

Map of how to get from Dumfries to South Shields.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 103.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and South Shields, England?

You can take a train from Dumfries to South Shields via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 2h 54m.

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