4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dumfries to Glasgow
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dumfries to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dumfries to Glasgow will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dumfries for Glasgow every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dumfries to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dumfries to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£25 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dumfries to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Dumfries to Glasgow trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:49 Dumfries | 1h50 | 21:39 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| Y66586 | On time 08:48 Dumfries station (DMF) | 1h47 | 10:35 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y66597 | On time 10:40 Dumfries station (DMF) | 1h54 | 12:34 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dumfries to Glasgow
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Trains from Dumfries to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 22:14 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Dumfries to Glasgow trainsScotRail trains will get you between Dumfries and Glasgow from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Dumfries to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dumfries to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dumfries and Glasgow
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Information 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
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
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ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 23:20 Saturday 06:00 - 23:20 Sunday 08:20 - 23:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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 Elmbank Gardens to the left of the station entrance
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Help Point on Platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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 on Duke Street outside the station
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