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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prestwick to Dumfries
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prestwick to Dumfries is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prestwick to Dumfries will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
It's difficult to get from Prestwick to Dumfries without transferring at least once.
7:26 AM1h31Prestwick Town8:57 AMDumfries$691One-way1 transfer- 8:34 AM2h29Prestwick Town11:03 AMDumfries$691One-way1 transfer
- 3:24 PM1h33Prestwick Town4:57 PMDumfries$691One-way1 transfer
- 4:26 PM1h33Prestwick Town5:59 PMDumfries$691One-way1 transfer
- 5:35 PM1h57Prestwick Town7:32 PMDumfries$691One-way1 transfer
- 7:26 AM1h31Prestwick Town8:57 AMDumfries$691One-way1 transfer
- 3:24 PM1h33Prestwick Town4:57 PMDumfries$691One-way1 transfer
- 4:26 PM1h33Prestwick Town5:59 PMDumfries$691One-way1 transfer
- 11:10 AM1h48Prestwick Town12:58 PMDumfries$831One-way2 transfers
- 1:10 PM1h51Prestwick Town3:01 PMDumfries$831One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Prestwick to Dumfries
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Prestwick to Dumfries among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$58 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Prestwick to Dumfries:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prestwick to Dumfries costing on average $58 (€46).
Other travel options to Dumfries take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 41m.
Live departures
Prestwick to Dumfries train times
The table below shows live departures for Prestwick to Dumfries trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:26 AM Prestwick Town | 1h31 | 8:57 AM Dumfries | 1 transfer | |
| 8:34 AM Prestwick Town | 2h29 | 11:03 AM Dumfries | 1 transfer | |
| 9:10 AM Prestwick Town | 1h53 | 11:03 AM Dumfries | 2 transfers | |
| 11:10 AM Prestwick Town | 1h48 | 12:58 PM Dumfries | 2 transfers | |
| 1:10 PM Prestwick Town | 1h51 | 3:01 PM Dumfries | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prestwick to Dumfries
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Prestwick to Dumfries run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€46) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:47, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€46) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 6:47 AM |
Last train 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: ScotRail from Prestwick to Dumfries trainsScotRail trains will get you between Prestwick and Dumfries from $36 (€29). 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 Prestwick to Dumfries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prestwick 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 Prestwick to Dumfries
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 17:50 Saturday 06:35 - 17:50 Sunday 09:10 - 16:50 Scottish Bookings only
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level from car park to platform 2 and steep ramp to platform 1. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 19:30 Saturday 06:35 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. Radar - National Key Scheme toilets are located on Platform 1; available 24 hours a day.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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