The average train between Leicester and Dumfries takes 5h 23m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Leicester 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 Leicester and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 5h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Dumfries station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.
Leicester to Dumfries train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Leicester to Dumfries train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Dumfries station.
Book your Leicester to Dumfries train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and 4 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Dumfries is 315.4 km. The road distance is 406 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Dumfries via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Carlisle in around 5h 55m.