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Carlisle to Dumfries Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 12 daily train trips available from Carlisle to Dumfries. Traveling by train from Carlisle to Dumfries usually takes 39 minutes, but the fastest ScotRail train can make the trip in 37 minutes.

Distance29 mi (47 km)
Fastest train0h 37m
Lowest priceHRK 108.05
Trains per day12
Most frequent serviceScotRail
Train lines1

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Which train should you take from Carlisle to Dumfries?

ScotRail is the one and only train line which connects Carlisle to Dumfries. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
ScotRail120h 39mHRK 108.05
  • ScotRail is Scotland's main rail company, with destinations including Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen. ScotRail trains now offer complimentary WiFi, as well as onboard restrooms and catering on both suburban commuter routes and intercity services.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Carlisle to Dumfries

The distance between Carlisle and Dumfries is approximately 29 miles, or 47 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 39 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 37 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Dumfries.

Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Carlisle to Dumfries. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Carlisle at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 12 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Carlisle to Dumfries.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Dumfries to Carlisle.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Carlisle?

Main departure station: Carlisle Train Station

There is one train station in Carlisle.

All train stations in Carlisle:

  • Carlisle Train Station

Where is the train station in Dumfries?

Main arrival station: Dumfries Train Station

Dumfries has one train station.

All train stations in Dumfries:

  • Dumfries Train Station

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