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Trains from Dumfries (DMF) to Leicester (LEI)

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15

train journeys
per day

196

miles (316 kms)

4hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

06:04 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Dumfries (DMF) to Leicester (LEI)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Dumfries and Leicester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dumfries to Leicester is approximately 196 miles (316 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 37 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 Dumfries and Leicester.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dumfries to Leicester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Dumfries to Leicester Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:04
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    10:51
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:51
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:59
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    13:51
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:02
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    15:10
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:05
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    15:51
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:59
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    16:51
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:01
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:54
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:58
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    19:15
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:03
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:02
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:07
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    21:51
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:01
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    23:18
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:03
    10 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    05:44
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:08
    10 hrs 3 changes
    09:08
    Dumfries
    Leicester
    Dumfries to Leicester

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dumfries and Leicester

The travel time between Dumfries and Leicester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dumfries and Leicester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:04, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Dumfries & Leicester. owever, there are 15 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 Dumfries and Leicester.

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