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Dumfries to Holyhead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dumfries and Holyhead takes 5h 44m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Holyhead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 44m
Duration
251 mi
Distance
£107
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train
  2. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Holyheadtrain train
5h 56m
£90–166

Dumfries to Holyhead train times

Trains run hourly between Dumfries and Holyhead. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 7:02 PM which arrives into Holyhead at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 251.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a train from Dumfries to Holyhead via Carlisle and Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 56m.

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