The average train between Dumfries and Oldham takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Dumfries to Oldham. 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 hourly between Dumfries and Oldham. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Oldham at 1:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dumfries to Oldham? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Oldham station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.
Dumfries to Oldham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Oldham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Dumfries and Oldham is 195.7 km. The road distance is 260 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Oldham King Street via Carlisle, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 4h 10m.