Rome2Rio

Dumfries to Colchester trains

Find Transport to Colchester

See all options

Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Colchester takes 6h 1m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Colchester. 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 1m
Duration
385 mi
Distance
£160
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to London Eustontrain train
  3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain train
5h 40m
£102–261

Dumfries to Colchester train times

Trains run hourly between Dumfries and Colchester. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Colchester at 8:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Colchester? 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 Colchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 384.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Colchester via Carlisle, London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 5h 40m.

Operators

Train trips from Dumfries

Train trips to Colchester

Alternative transport options