The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Dumfries
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Dumfries is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Dumfries will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 1 trains that leave Liverpool for Dumfries on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:45 AM3h07Liverpool12:52 PMDumfries$341One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM3h07Liverpool12:52 PMDumfries$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Liverpool to Dumfries
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Dumfries among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Dumfries take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
The journey is about 15m faster (2h 46m by train vs 3h 1m by car) and roughly $0.44 (€0.36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($57 (€47) vs $57 (€47)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Liverpool to Dumfries train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Dumfries trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85172+ C14711 | 10:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h35 | 1:47 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 1 transfer | |
W33349+ G89644+ C14711 | 10:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 1:47 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
W33349+ W84675+ C14711 | Delayed 10:16 AM 10:20 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h27 | 1:47 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
W33089+ G89653+ W69764 | Delayed 12:41 PM 12:15 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 3:47 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
W33089+ W84688+ W69764 | Delayed 12:15 PM 12:20 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h27 | 3:47 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
C21808+ W33315+ W69789 | 1:51 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h56 | 5:47 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
W33315+ G89663+ W69789 | 2:15 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h32 | 5:47 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
W33315+ W69789+ W84699 | 2:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h27 | 5:47 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
W33183+ G89631+ L87616 | 4:15 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h33 | 7:48 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
W33183+ W84713+ L87616 | 4:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h28 | 7:48 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
W85199+ W69802 | 6:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h50 | 10:02 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 1 transfer | |
W33365+ G89638+ W69802 | 6:15 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h47 | 10:02 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
W84723+ W33365+ W69802 | 6:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h42 | 10:02 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Dumfries
Trains from Liverpool to Dumfries run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 8:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Liverpool to Dumfries trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Liverpool and Dumfries from $31 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Dumfries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Dumfries by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dumfries, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Dumfries
Most Liverpool to Dumfries trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Dumfries station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Dumfries train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Dumfries station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Dumfries from Dumfries city centre
Dumfries train station facilities and services
Dumfries has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dumfries.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dumfries.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dumfries. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dumfries: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dumfries: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dumfries: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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