The average train between Methil and Dumfries takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Methil 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Methil and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Methil is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Methil to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Methil station and arriving at Dumfries station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Methil to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Leven station.
Methil to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumfries station.
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The distance between Methil and Dumfries is 129.6 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Leven to Dumfries via Haymarket and Carlisle in around 4h 39m.