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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Dumfries (DMF)

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13

train journeys
per day

286

miles (461 kms)

5hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Dumfries (DMF)

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Dumfries , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Dumfries is approximately 286 miles (461 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 35 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Dumfries.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Dumfries. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Dumfries Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    6 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    11:48
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    6 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:46
    5 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    13:43
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:33
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:43
    6 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    16:48
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:43
    6 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    18:10
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:43
    6 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    20:01
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:42
    6 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    21:48
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:33
    6 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    23:50
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:03
    8 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    06:45
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:03
    11 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:37
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:22
    16 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Colchester
    Dumfries
    Colchester to Dumfries

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Dumfries Station

Station name Dumfries (DMF)
Address Dumfries station, Lovers Walk, Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway, DG1 1NF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:35 - 19:30
Saturday 06:35 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester and Dumfries

The travel time between Colchester and Dumfries by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Dumfries vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester and Dumfries can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester & Dumfries. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Dumfries.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Colchester and Dumfries, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.