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Outbound fromSunderland to Dumfries by train
It takes an average of 4h 35m to travel from Sunderland to Dumfries by train, over a distance of around 89 miles (143 km). There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Sunderland to Dumfries and tickets for this journey start from £25 when you book in advance.
| First train | 09:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:31 | |
| Departure station | Sunderland | |
| Arrival station | Dumfries | |
| Journey time | From 3h 1m | |
| Distance | 89 miles (143 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £25 | |
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Travelling from Sunderland to Dumfries by train
Looking to travel from Sunderland to Dumfries by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 35 minutes to travel from Sunderland to Dumfries by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 1 minute though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 89 miles (143 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Dumfries, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. ScotRail are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Dumfries in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Sunderland 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, as advance tickets start from £25.00.
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Cheap train tickets from Sunderland to Dumfries
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Sunderland to Dumfries is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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