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Trip Overview

The train between Gretna and Dumfries takes 24 min. There is a train service every few hours from Gretna 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.

24 min
Duration
23 mi
Distance
£11
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Gretna to Dumfries train times

Trains run hourly between Gretna and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gretna is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 11:50 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 24 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gretna 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.

Map of how to get from Gretna to Dumfries.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 23.4 mi
  • Duration: 24 min

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

ScotRail operates a train from Gretna Green to Dumfries hourly. Tickets cost £9–15 and the journey takes 25 min.

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