The average train between Dumfries and Sleaford takes 6h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries to Sleaford. 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 2 hours between Dumfries and Sleaford. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Sleaford at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Sleaford station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.
Dumfries to Sleaford train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Sleaford train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Grantham station.
Book your Dumfries to Sleaford train tickets online with ScotRail, Northern Trains Limited and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dumfries and Sleaford is 311 km. The road distance is 439 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Sleaford via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Grantham in around 6h 22m.