Trains to Dumfries from London Waterloo
| First train | 04:46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:05 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo | |
| Arrival station | Dumfries | |
| Journey time | From 4h 47m | |
| Distance | 286 miles (460 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from London Waterloo to Dumfries by train
Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Dumfries by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 47 minutes to travel from London Waterloo to Dumfries by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 47 minutes though. You'll usually find 20 trains per day running along the 286 miles (460 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Dumfries, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to get to Dumfries. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from London Waterloo to Dumfries in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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