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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Dumfries
Cheapest price
£203
Average price
£291
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
438 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Dumfries is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Dumfries will cost around £291 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £203.
To travel from Reading to Dumfries you need to make at least 2 changes.
21:159h29Reading6:44Dumfries£2031One-way2 changes- 6:155h34Reading11:49Dumfries£3001One-way2 changes
- 7:155h37Reading12:52Dumfries£3001One-way2 changes
- 8:155h27Reading13:42Dumfries£3001One-way2 changes
- 9:155h29Reading14:44Dumfries£3001One-way2 changes
- 8:155h27Reading13:42Dumfries£3001One-way2 changes
- 9:155h29Reading14:44Dumfries£3001One-way2 changes
- 10:155h30Reading15:45Dumfries£3001One-way2 changes
- 11:155h31Reading16:46Dumfries£3001One-way2 changes
- 16:155h32Reading21:47Dumfries£3001One-way2 changes
Live departures
Reading to Dumfries train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Dumfries trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 Reading | 5h37 | 12:52 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 8:15 Reading | 5h27 | 13:42 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 9:15 Reading | 5h29 | 14:44 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 10:15 Reading | 5h30 | 15:45 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 11:15 Reading | 5h31 | 16:46 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 12:15 Reading | 5h50 | 18:05 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 14:16 Reading | 5h45 | 20:01 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 16:15 Reading | 5h32 | 21:47 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 17:15 Reading | 6h35 | 23:50 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 21:15 Reading | 9h29 | 6:44 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 6:15 Reading | 5h34 | 11:49 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Dumfries
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Reading to Dumfries run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £203 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 15:14. The fastest train covers the 438 km distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 438 km |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £203 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 15:14 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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FAQs: Reading to Dumfries train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading and Dumfries
Most Reading to Dumfries trains use the Reading to Dumfries station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Dumfries train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Dumfries leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Dumfries station do trains from Reading arrive at?
Getting to Dumfries from Dumfries city centre
Dumfries train station facilities and services
Dumfries has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dumfries.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dumfries.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dumfries. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dumfries: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dumfries: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dumfries: 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.
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