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Dumfries to Manchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Dumfries to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £12.00, with average prices for this route around £60.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:57 2 hours 54 minutes, Changes required Dumfries	07:51 Deansgate	Find Tickets
04:57 3 hours 26 minutes, Changes required Dumfries	08:23 Manchester Oxford Road	Find Tickets
06:04 3 hours 5 minutes, Changes required Dumfries	09:09 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
06:04 3 hours 18 minutes, Changes required Dumfries	09:22 Manchester Oxford Road	Find Tickets
07:15 3 hours 4 minutes, Changes required Dumfries	10:19 Manchester Victoria	Find Tickets
07:15 3 hours 7 minutes, Changes required Dumfries	10:22 Paris	Find Tickets

Dumfries to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

04:57

Last train

19:03

Departure station

Dumfries

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

2 hours 49 minutes

Distance

199 km

Price

£12.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Dumfries to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Dumfries to Manchester. 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Dumfries to Manchester, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dumfries to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Dumfries to Manchester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Dumfries to Manchester Train prices and times

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