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Cardiff to Dumfries trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Dumfries takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff to Dumfries. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 53m
Duration
311 mi
Distance
£129
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain train
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain train
  3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
6h 38m
£96–201

Cardiff to Dumfries train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 4:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:23 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 311.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dumfries via Crewe and Carlisle in around 6h 38m.

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