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Trip Overview

The average train between Lincoln and Dumfries takes 6h 55m and the fastest train takes 5h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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.

6h 55m
Duration
257 mi
Distance
£106
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Lincoln to Dumfries train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Lincoln and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark North Gate and take an average of 6h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail10h 7m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 49m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 22m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 24m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 26m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 49m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 22m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 24m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 26m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 47m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 22m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 24m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 26m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail7h 12m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 18m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 19m • 3 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 33m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 49m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 22m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 24m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 26m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 49m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 22m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 24m • 3 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains LimitedScotRail5h 26m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Dumfries.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 257.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Dumfries via Newark North Gate, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 6h.

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