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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Chester takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 14m
Duration
167 mi
Distance
£67
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Dumfries to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Dumfries and Chester. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 56m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 59m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 35m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 59m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 56m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 56m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 57m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales2h 55m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 59m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 35m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 59m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 35m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 59m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 35m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Chester? 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 Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 167 mi
  • Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Chester via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 29m.

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