The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Dumfries
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Dumfries is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Dumfries will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Dumfries every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 459 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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 London to Dumfries
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Dumfries among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 459 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£102 Average Price | £76 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Dumfries train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Dumfries trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:31 London | 5h06 | 09:37 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:30 London | 4h18 | 10:48 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:08 London | 4h44 | 11:52 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:30 London | 4h22 | 11:52 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:30 London | 4h13 | 12:43 Dumfries | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Dumfries
Trains from London to Dumfries run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 459 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 459 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from London to Dumfries trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between London and Dumfries from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Dumfries train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London and Dumfries
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:00 Saturday 08:10 - 14:50 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to platform 2 for services away from London via subway with shopping area. Steps to Platform 1 for services towards London via staircase on Atlantic Road.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 2
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 08:40 - 16:45 Sunday 09:15 - 17:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Ramp access to platform 1 (to St Pancras). Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is at the station front by the book exchange. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside main entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Only ticket office has step-free access from street.
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- 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
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop FN in Canfield Gardens for eastbound services to Camden Road Use Bus stop FP in Broadhurst Gardens for westbound services to Richmond
- Metro: Finchley Road underground station within 10 minutes walk. Turn right out of station entrance
- 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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