The average train between Dumfries and Thirsk takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Thirsk. 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 Thirsk. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Thirsk at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dumfries to Thirsk? 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 Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Thirsk station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Dumfries to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Thirsk train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Northallerton station.
Book your Dumfries to Thirsk train tickets online with ScotRail, Northern Trains Limited and 3 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Thirsk is 173.1 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Thirsk via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Northallerton in around 4h 16m.