The average train between Leith and Dumfries takes 2h 46m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Leith 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 Leith and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 1:24 AM at night, and the last departure from Leith is at 8:12 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 19m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Leith 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 Leith to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Leith station and arriving at Dumfries station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Leith to Dumfries train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Leith to Dumfries train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Dumfries station.
Book your Leith to Dumfries train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and 3 other operators.
The distance between Leith and Dumfries is 104.2 km. The road distance is 215 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 2h 38m.