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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Exeter takes 7h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 41m
Duration
401 mi
Distance
£180
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Dumfries to Exeter train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Dumfries and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 7:02 PM which arrives into Exeter at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 7h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 44m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 48m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country14h 5m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 40m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 31m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 46m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 40m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 31m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 46m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 40m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 31m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 46m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 40m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 31m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 46m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 40m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 31m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 46m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 41m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 31m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 46m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 45m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Exeter? 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 Exeter.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 401.4 mi
  • Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Exeter St Davids via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 4m.

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