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Glasgow to Dumfries Train Timetable
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Glasgow and Dumfries. The average train journey from Glasgow to Dumfries takes 2 hours, but some ScotRail train trips are as short as one hour and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 60 mi (97 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 45m |
| Lowest price | £18.55 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | ScotRail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Glasgow to Dumfries?
ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects Glasgow to Dumfries. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ScotRail | 2 | 2h 1m | £18.55 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Glasgow to Dumfries
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Glasgow to Dumfries on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Glasgow at 17:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Glasgow twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Dumfries with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Dumfries to Glasgow.
City Information
Glasgow
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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland. The city's name means "Dear Green Place" in Gaelic, and Glasgow earns this title as it is one of the most vibrant and exciting cities in the area. Beyond its impressive green spaces, it is full of historical and cultural destinations.
There are dozens of inspiring museums and galleries in the city, including the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art. The Glasgow Green is a vast public park dotted with monuments right next to the People's Palace, a museum devoted to social history. In the central shopping district, Buchanan Street is your go-to for mouthwatering cuisine and retail therapy.
If you want to try some local beer, hit up The Pot Still, The Ben Nevis Bar, or The Laurieston. Be sure to visit the Clydeside Distillery, too, so you can see how the national drink of Scotland (hello, Scotch) is manufactured.
Several trains serve Glasgow, including Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, and the West Midlands Railway. In addition, Megabus and FlixBus offer coach service from Glasgow to other destinations in Scotland and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Glasgow?
Main departure station: Nitshill
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Glasgow where you can board the train.
All train stations in Glasgow:
Nitshill
Priesthill & Darnley Train Station
Kennishead Station
Pollokshaws West
Where is the train station in Dumfries?
Main arrival station: Dumfries Train Station
Dumfries has one train station.
Train stations in Dumfries:
Dumfries Train Station
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