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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Dumfries (DMF)

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12

train journeys
per day

102

miles (164 kms)

3hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

1

route

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Dumfries (DMF)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Dumfries , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Dumfries is approximately 102 miles (164 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 20 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Dumfries.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Dumfries. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Dumfries Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:58
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:37
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    12:58
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    16:48
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    18:10
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    20:01
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    17:58
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    21:48
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    19:58
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    23:50
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries
  • Mon 6th May
    22:58
    8 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    07:38
    Nelson
    Dumfries
    Nelson to Dumfries

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Nelson and Dumfries

The travel time between Nelson and Dumfries by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Dumfries vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Nelson & Dumfries. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Dumfries.

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