The average train between Durham and Dumfries takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Durham to Dumfries. 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 Durham and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 1:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 9:07 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 11:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Durham to Dumfries? 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 Durham to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Newcastle station and arriving at Dumfries station via Carlisle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Durham to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
Durham to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumfries station.
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The distance between Durham and Dumfries is 134.1 km. The road distance is 155 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Dumfries via Newcastle and Carlisle in around 3h 28m.