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Journey information
Overview: Train from Melrose to Dumfries
Take a train from Melrose to Dumfries and enjoy the approximately 81 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
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
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 17:07 |
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
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Melrose to Dumfries trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Melrose and Dumfries. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Melrose to Dumfries train
FAQs: Travel by train from Melrose to Dumfries easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Melrose to Dumfries.

Booking trains from Melrose to Dumfries in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train station in Melrose that goes to Dumfries is Tweedbank station (TWB), and it arrives at Dumfries station (DMF).
The train distance from Melrose to Dumfries is 81 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Melrose to Dumfries.
Yes, you can take the train from Melrose to Dumfries.
To travel from Melrose to Dumfries, you can take a .
The first train from Melrose to Dumfries leaves at 4:57.
The last train from Melrose to Dumfries departs at 17:07.
Trains from Melrose to Dumfries run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Melrose to Dumfries.
There is no night train service from Melrose to Dumfries.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Melrose and Dumfries
Melrose
Dumfries
Amenities at train station
information
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
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