The train between South Shields and Dumfries takes 3h 40m. The train runs, on average, once a week from South Shields 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 on demand between South Shields and Dumfries. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 40m.
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No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Newcastle station and arriving at Dumfries station via Carlisle station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
South Shields to Dumfries train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.
South Shields to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumfries station.
The distance between South Shields and Dumfries is 139.1 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a subway from South Shields to Dumfries via Central Station, Newcastle, and Carlisle in around 3h 40m.