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Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries, starting from AU$24.14 and averaging AU$68.43. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 17m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:41 3h 7m, Changes required Edinburgh Gateway	21:48 Dumfries	Find Tickets
20:23 3h 34m, Changes required Edinburgh Gateway	23:57 Dumfries	Find Tickets
20:31 3h 26m, Changes required Edinburgh Gateway	23:57 Paris	Find Tickets

Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries Train Route Details

First train

00:22

Last train

20:31

Departure station

Edinburgh Gateway

Arrival station

Dumfries

Journey time

2h 17m

Distance

99 km

Price

AU$24.14*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries Train prices and times

Edinburgh Gateway to Dumfries Train Route Details