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Wakefield to Dumfries trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Wakefield and Dumfries takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Wakefield 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 32m
Duration
193 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Manchester

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  1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
  2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain train
  3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
5h 10m
£60–100

Wakefield to Dumfries train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Wakefield and Dumfries. The earliest departure is at 3:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Dumfries at 1:47 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail9h 8m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 3m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 13m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 15m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 15m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 16m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 1m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 15m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 11m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 32m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 1m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 15m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 32m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 1m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 15m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wakefield 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.

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  • Distance: 192.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Dumfries, Scotland?

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Dumfries via Manchester Piccadilly and Carlisle in around 5h 10m.

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