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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Dumfries
Cheapest price
£144
Average price
£154
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Dumfries is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Dumfries will cost around £154 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £144.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bristol for Dumfries every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 408 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Bristol to Dumfries
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Dumfries among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 408 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£157 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Dumfries train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Dumfries trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:31 Bristol | 5h17 | 16:48 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Dumfries
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Trains from Bristol to Dumfries run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £107 but you can travel from only £39 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 408 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 408 km |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £107 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 17:35 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Bristol to Dumfries trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol and Dumfries from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Dumfries train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Dumfries by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dumfries, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Dumfries
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road bus stop opposite station towards Bristol. Bus stop on Redland Grove towards Severn Beach
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 19:30 Saturday 06:35 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. Radar - National Key Scheme toilets are located on Platform 1; available 24 hours a day.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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