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Holyhead to Dumfries trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Dumfries takes 5h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead to Dumfries. 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 30m
Duration
251 mi
Distance
£108
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain train
  3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
5h 43m
£93–162

Holyhead to Dumfries train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Holyhead and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 5h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 251.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Dumfries via Warrington Bank Quay and Carlisle in around 5h 43m.

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