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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Aberystwyth takes 6h 58m and the fastest train takes 6h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Aberystwyth. 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 58m
Duration
286 mi
Distance
£98
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Dumfries to Aberystwyth train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Dumfries and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 19m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 20m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailLumoTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 7m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailCaledonian SleeperTransport for WalesTransport for Wales9h 28m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 16m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 20m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 16m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 20m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 16m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 20m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 16m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 20m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 16m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 6m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 20m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 15m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 16m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 4m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 18m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 17m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Aberystwyth? 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 Dumfries to Aberystwyth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 286.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 58m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Aberystwyth via Carlisle, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 7h 21m.

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