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Galashiels to Dumfries trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Galashiels and Dumfries takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Galashiels 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.

4h 4m
Duration
166 mi
Distance
£72
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train
  2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain train
  3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
4h 10m
£57–109

Galashiels to Dumfries train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Galashiels and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galashiels is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 166 mi
  • Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Galashiels, Scotland and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Galashiels to Dumfries via Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle in around 4h 10m.

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