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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Dumfries takes 5h 24m 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 24m
Duration
251 mi
Distance
£101
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Holyhead to Dumfries train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Holyhead and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 4:56 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 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 47m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 51m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 1m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 18m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail5h 34m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 52m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 37m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead to Dumfries? 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.

Map of how to get from Holyhead to Dumfries.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 251.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 24m

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 39m.

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