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Trip Overview

The average train between Derby and Dumfries takes 4h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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.

4h 59m
Duration
224 mi
Distance
£83
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Derby to Dumfries train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Derby and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 35m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 21m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 24m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    East Midlands RailwaysCaledonian SleeperScotRail8h 56m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 9m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 25m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 29m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 5m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysLumoScotRail4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    East Midlands RailwaysCaledonian SleeperScotRail10h • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 28m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 16m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 28m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 16m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 28m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 16m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 27m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 28m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 16m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby to Dumfries? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Derby to Dumfries.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 223.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Derby to Dumfries via Crewe and Carlisle in around 5h 16m.

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