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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Dumfries
Cheapest price
£293
Average price
£293
Fastest journey
5 h 33 m
Average duration
7 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
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 £293 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £293.
To travel from Reading to Dumfries you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Reading to Dumfries
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Reading to Dumfries among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £65, and a train costs an average of £129.
Distance: 438 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£129 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Dumfries train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Dumfries trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:15 Reading | 5h33 | 11:48 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 08:15 Reading | 5h28 | 13:43 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 09:15 Reading | 5h31 | 14:46 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 10:15 Reading | 5h31 | 15:46 Dumfries | 2 changes | |
| 12:15 Reading | 5h55 | 18:10 Dumfries | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Dumfries
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Trains from Reading to Dumfries run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £129 but you can travel from only £65 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 438 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 438 km |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £129 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 02:24 |
Last train 17:07 |
Train companies: Cross Country from Reading to Dumfries trainsCross Country trains will get you between Reading and Dumfries from £65. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Dumfries
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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Information Desk- 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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