The average train between Dumfries and Cardross takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Cardross. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Dumfries and Cardross. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Cardross at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Cardross. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Cardross station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.
Dumfries to Cardross train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Cardross train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between Dumfries and Cardross is 119.3 km. The road distance is 159 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Dumfries to Glasgow Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 44m.