The average train between Nairn and Dumfries takes 9h 27m and the fastest train takes 6h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Nairn 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 4 times a day between Nairn and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 8:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nairn is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 11:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 9h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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13h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Nairn 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 Nairn to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Nairn station and arriving at Dumfries station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.
Nairn to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Nairn to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumfries station.
Book your Nairn to Dumfries train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Nairn and Dumfries is 280.1 km. The road distance is 443 km.
You can take a train from Nairn to Dumfries via Inverness, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 40m.