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Trip Overview

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.

4h 47m
Duration
168 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Methil to Dumfries train times

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.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 31m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 29m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 51m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 51m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 34m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 51m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 34m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 18m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 19m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 32m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 51m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 34m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 51m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail4h 34m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailAvanti West CoastScotRail3h 38m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Methil 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 Methil to Dumfries.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 168.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Methil, Scotland and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Leven to Dumfries via Haymarket and Carlisle in around 4h 35m.

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