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Leicester to Dumfries trains

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The average train between Leicester and Dumfries takes 5h 44m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. There is a train service every few hours 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.

5h 44m
Duration
252 mi
Distance
£84
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain train
  3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
5h 54m
£55–158

Leicester to Dumfries train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Leicester and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 5h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastCaledonian SleeperScotRail8h 54m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail10h 20m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail11h 34m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 34m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 34m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 34m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 45m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 39m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 36m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 24m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Leicester to Dumfries.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 252.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Leicester to Dumfries via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Carlisle in around 5h 54m.

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