Dumfries to Edinburgh train

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Cheap train tickets from Dumfries to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest

$135

Average

$135

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dumfries to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

P81366

04:57AM4h43

Dumfries station (DMF)

09:40AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$1351One-way

1 transfer

Live departures

Dumfries to Edinburgh

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 9

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
P81366	On time 04:57AM Dumfries station (DMF)	4h43	09:40AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
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Fastest train times from Dumfries to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Fastest Journey

4 h 43 m

Average

4 h 43 m

Trains per day

Distance

102 km

It's difficult to get from Dumfries to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.

Fastest

P81366

04:57AM4h43

Dumfries station (DMF)

09:40AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

$1351One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Dumfries to Edinburgh

Trains from Dumfries to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

62 miles (101 km)

Average train duration

3h 27m

Cheapest ticket price

$14 (€12)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 18m

First train

04:57

Last train

21:00

Price information

Train companies: Virgin Trains, ScotRail and TransPennine Express from Dumfries to Edinburgh trains

Virgin Trains, ScotRail and TransPennine Express trains will get you between Dumfries and Edinburgh from $16 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Dumfries to Edinburgh train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 2 h 17 min
Cheapest Price: $19

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Dumfries to Edinburgh train information with ScotRail:

Average Duration: 3 h 14 min
Cheapest Price: $16

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Dumfries to Edinburgh train information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 4 h 58 min
Cheapest Price: $130

FAQs: Trains from Dumfries to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Dumfries to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dumfries to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Dumfries to Edinburgh can start from as little as $14 (€12) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Dumfries to Edinburgh is $86 (€77); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Dumfries to Edinburgh is 2 h 18 min to travel the 63 mile (101 km) long journey, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Dumfries to Edinburgh leaves at 4: 57 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Dumfries to Edinburgh leaves at 9: 00 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Dumfries to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the route from Dumfries to Edinburgh you can take a train with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Dumfries and Edinburgh on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 00 PM.

A trip to Edinburgh from Dumfries is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 18 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Dumfries to Edinburgh by train is June.

You have options as you can travel between Dumfries and Edinburgh 2 different ways: train or bus.