The average train between Stafford and Dumfries takes 3h 16m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Stafford 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 Stafford and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 7:47 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Dumfries station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.
Stafford to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stafford station.
Stafford to Dumfries train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Dumfries station.
Book your Stafford to Dumfries train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Stafford and Dumfries is 270.1 km. The road distance is 318 km.
You can take a train from Stafford to Dumfries via Carlisle in around 3h 42m.