The average train between Dumfries and Settle takes 3h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Settle. 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 every 4 hours between Dumfries and Settle. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Settle at 11:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Settle. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Settle station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.
Dumfries to Settle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Settle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Settle station.
Book your Dumfries to Settle train tickets online with ScotRail and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Dumfries and Settle is 140.6 km. The road distance is 167 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Settle via Carlisle in around 3h 15m.