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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dumfries to Glasgow
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
1 h 48 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dumfries to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dumfries to Glasgow will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 3 trains that leave Dumfries for Glasgow on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 97 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 48 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
L876466:47 AM1h49Dumfries station (DMF)8:36 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€281One-way0 transfers- L876628:48 AM1h48Dumfries station (DMF)10:36 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€281One-way0 transfers
- L8767410:40 AM1h54Dumfries station (DMF)12:34 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€281One-way0 transfers
- L876628:48 AM1h48Dumfries station (DMF)10:36 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€281One-way0 transfers
- L876466:47 AM1h49Dumfries station (DMF)8:36 AMGlasgow Central (GLC)€281One-way0 transfers
- L8767410:40 AM1h54Dumfries station (DMF)12:34 PMGlasgow Central (GLC)€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dumfries to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dumfries to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€27 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dumfries to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Dumfries to Glasgow trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| L87699 | On time 2:53 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 1h44 | 4:37 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87711 | On time 4:53 PM Dumfries station (DMF) | 1h46 | 6:39 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| L87646 | 6:47 AM Dumfries station (DMF) | 1h49 | 8:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87662 | 8:48 AM Dumfries station (DMF) | 1h48 | 10:36 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L87674 | 10:40 AM Dumfries station (DMF) | 1h54 | 12:34 PM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dumfries to Glasgow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dumfries to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Dumfries to Glasgow trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Dumfries and Glasgow from €14. 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 Dumfries to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dumfries to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dumfries to Glasgow
Most Dumfries to Glasgow trains use the Dumfries to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Dumfries and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dumfries station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
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.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, 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 Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
Getting to Mount Florida from Glasgow city centre
Mount Florida is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Mount Florida train station facilities and services
Mount Florida has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Mount Florida.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mount Florida.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mount Florida. 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 Mount Florida: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mount Florida: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mount Florida: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to Island platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, 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.
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