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Compare train and flight for Dumfries to Northampton
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dumfries to Northampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 361 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
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£41 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Dumfries to Northampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Dumfries to Northampton trains for today, Friday 5 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 19:03 Dumfries | 5h07 | 0:10 Northampton | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Dumfries to Northampton
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Trains from Dumfries to Northampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 17:01. The fastest train covers the 361 km distance in 4h 54m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £25
Distance 361 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 17:01 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £25
Train companies: ScotRail from Dumfries to Northampton trainsScotRail trains will get you between Dumfries and Northampton from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 53m
Cheapest Price
£215
ScotRail frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Dumfries to Northampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dumfries to Northampton 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 Northampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Dumfries to Northampton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £41, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from Dumfries to Northampton covers a distance of 361 km and takes approximately 4h 54m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Dumfries to Northampton is 361 km.
The first train from Dumfries to Northampton leaves at 4:57.
The last train from Dumfries to Northampton departs at 17:01.
Trains from Dumfries to Northampton run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dumfries to Northampton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dumfries to Northampton.
To get from Dumfries to Northampton, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
There is no night train service from Dumfries to Northampton.
The train station in Dumfries that goes to Northampton is Dumfries station (DMF), and it arrives at Northampton station (NMP).
The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Northampton is by flight, costing approximately £25.
Booking trains from Dumfries to Northampton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Dumfries to Northampton offers picturesque views of the Southern Uplands as you travel through Scotland, transitioning into the rolling countryside of northern England and the Midlands, providing a pleasant and varied landscape along the route.
A day trip from Dumfries to Northampton is not feasible as the travel duration is 4h 54m. However, there are 4 trains per day covering the 361 km journey.
Typically, spending 2-3 days in Northampton allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, Delapré Abbey, and the historical sites in the town centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Dumfries to Northampton.
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Important Stations and Airports in Dumfries and Northampton
Dumfries
Northampton
The major train station for departures in Dumfries is Dumfries. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dumfries for your trip from Dumfries to Northampton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 19:30 Saturday 06:35 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Dumfries
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
The major train station for arrivals in Northampton is Northampton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Northampton for your journey to Northampton from Dumfries.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Northampton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
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