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Outbound fromBarnstaple to Dumfries by train
It takes an average of 11h 32m to travel from Barnstaple to Dumfries by train, over a distance of around 277 miles (446 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Barnstaple to Dumfries and tickets for this journey start from £79 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:41 | |
| Departure station | Barnstaple | |
| Arrival station | Dumfries | |
| Journey time | From 8h 13m | |
| Distance | 277 miles (446 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £79 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast |
Taking the train from Barnstaple to Dumfries in 8 hours 13 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Barnstaple to Dumfries? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 32 minutes to travel the 277 miles (446 km) from Barnstaple to Dumfries by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or ScotRail to Dumfries. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Barnstaple to Dumfries in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £79.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Dumfries by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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