The cheapest and fastest trains from Dumfries to Handforth
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£134
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dumfries to Handforth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dumfries to Handforth will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
To travel from Dumfries to Handforth you need to make at least 3 changes.










Live departures
Dumfries to Handforth train times
The table below shows live departures for Dumfries to Handforth trains for today, Sunday 15 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:02 Dumfries | 3h30 | 22:32 Handforth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 23:50 Dumfries | 7h13 | 07:03 Handforth | 3 changes | |
| Monday 16 March | |||||
![]() | 04:57 Dumfries | 3h30 | 08:27 Handforth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 06:04 Dumfries | 3h23 | 09:27 Handforth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 07:15 Dumfries | 3h45 | 11:00 Handforth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 07:58 Dumfries | 3h29 | 11:27 Handforth | 3 changes | |
![]() | 08:59 Dumfries | 3h28 | 12:27 Handforth | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dumfries to Handforth
Trains from Dumfries to Handforth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £120 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £120 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Dumfries to Handforth trainsAvanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Dumfries and Handforth from £120. 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 Handforth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dumfries to Handforth 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 Handforth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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