The average train between Dumfries and Stafford takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Stafford. 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 Stafford. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Stafford at 1:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 52m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Stafford? 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 Stafford. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Stafford station via Carlisle station and Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.
Dumfries to Stafford train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.
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The distance between Dumfries and Stafford is 270.1 km. The road distance is 320 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Stafford via Carlisle and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 31m.