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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Dumfries (DMF)

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11

train journeys
per day

196

miles (316 kms)

4hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

07:22 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Dumfries (DMF)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Dumfries , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Dumfries is approximately 196 miles (316 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 24 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Dumfries.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Dumfries. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Dumfries Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    11:48
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    5 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:43
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:18
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    18:10
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    20:01
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:18
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    21:48
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    23:50
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:50
    8 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    06:45
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:56
    8 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    07:38
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:46
    12 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    11:48
    Leicester
    Dumfries
    Leicester to Dumfries

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 Leicester and Dumfries

The travel time between Leicester and Dumfries by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Dumfries vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Dumfries. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Dumfries.

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