Dugtrio's Ground typing gives it an immunity to Electric. Only 3 weaknesses on top of that — it has plenty of safe switch-in opportunities. A competitive option since Gen 1. Comfortably outruns most offensive threats.
Dugtrio's all-in on Speed at the expense of HP. The physical lean is obvious from the bars. Yields 2 Speed EVs and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Its three heads bob separately up and down to loosen the soil nearby, making it easier for it to burrow.
In battle, it digs through the ground and strikes the unsuspecting foe from an unexpected direction.
Dugtrio Weakness
AvgDugtrio's Ground typing leaves it vulnerable to Water, Grass, and Ice moves. It shrugs off Electric-type attacks completely. At base 120 Speed, Dugtrio outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
Dugtrio is the evolved form of Diglett. Breeding produces Diglett eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Diglett gave Dugtrio the biggest boost in Attack (+45), bringing the total to 425 stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Dugtrio to get Diglett eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
One guaranteed turn is all Dugtrio needs. Focus Sash buys it, max Attack and Speed EVs make it count, and Sandforce adds something extra. The goal: deal early damage and deal damage with Earthquake. Normal coverage gives it play beyond just the lead turn.
Best Build
Best Dugtrio Moveset
- Earthquake
- Sucker Punch
- Endeavor
- Smack Down
Recommended Teammates
Without TMs, Dugtrio's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get Ghost and Dark coverage and more on top of Earthquake and Earth Power for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
You'll want to breed for Ancient Power and Astonish on Dugtrio. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Earthquake and Earth Power, they expand what Dugtrio can actually threaten in practice.
You'll want to breed for Ancient Power and Final Gambit on Dugtrio. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Earthquake and High Horsepower, they expand what Dugtrio can actually threaten in practice.
Dugtrio develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Earthquake and Hyper Beam show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Dugtrio starts showing up in mid-game routes at decent spawn rates across 28 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Dugtrio in Scarlet & Violet
Diglett is your first catch on the way to Dugtrio. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 2-60 across 56 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DiglettEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveScarletOverworldLv.2-2430%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveVioletOverworldLv.2-2430%EarlyRouteEASYEast Province (Area Three) - MineVioletOverworldLv.2-2424%EarlyRouteEASYEast Province (Area Three) - MineScarletOverworldLv.2-2424%EarlyRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyCaveMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.2-2412%EarlyRoute
Step 2Dugtrio ✓EASYEast Province (Area Three) - MineVioletOverworldLv.26-6016%MidRouteEASYEast Province (Area Three) - MineScarletOverworldLv.26-6016%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidCaveMODERATEGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidCaveMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATENorth Province (Area Two) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATESouth Province (Area Six) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEWest Province (Area Two) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.26-608%MidRouteMODERATEThe Great Crater of PaldeaScarletOverworldLv.26-606%MidMODERATEThe Great Crater of PaldeaVioletOverworldLv.26-606%Midor evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
2 encounter spots for Dugtrio at high spawn rates starting from endgame routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Dugtrio in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
To get Dugtrio, start by catching Diglett through walking encounters at Lv. 23-54. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch DiglettCHALLENGINGRoute 228Shining PearlGrassLv.23-255%MidRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 228Brilliant DiamondGrassLv.23-255%MidRoute
Step 2Dugtrio ✓EFFORTLESSRoute 228Shining PearlGrassLv.52-5430%PostRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 228Brilliant DiamondGrassLv.52-5430%PostRouteor evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
Dugtrio starts showing up in mid-game routes at high spawn rates across 28 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Dugtrio in Sword & Shield
Diglett is your first catch on the way to Dugtrio. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 8-52 across 52 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch DiglettEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundSwordOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlyThunderstormEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundShieldOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlyThunderstormEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundSwordOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlySnowingEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundShieldOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlySnowingEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundSwordOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlyRainingEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundSwordOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlyHeavy FogEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundShieldOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlyRainingEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundShieldOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlyHeavy FogEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundSwordOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlyNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundSwordOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlySnowstormEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundShieldOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlyNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSRolling Fields - GroundShieldOverworldLv.8-1080%EarlySnowstormEASYRolling Fields - GroundSwordOverworldLv.8-1020%EarlyIntense SunEASYRolling Fields - GroundShieldOverworldLv.8-1020%EarlyIntense SunEASYRolling Fields - GroundSwordOverworldLv.8-1020%EarlySandstormEASYRolling Fields - GroundShieldOverworldLv.8-1020%EarlySandstormEASYRolling Fields - GroundSwordOverworldLv.8-1020%EarlyOvercastEASYRolling Fields - GroundShieldOverworldLv.8-1020%EarlyOvercastEASYGalar MineShieldGrassLv.11-1515%EarlyCaveAll WeatherEASYGalar MineSwordGrassLv.11-1515%EarlyCaveAll WeatherMODERATEGalar MineShieldOverworldLv.11-1410%EarlyCaveAll WeatherMODERATEGalar MineSwordOverworldLv.11-1410%EarlyCaveAll WeatherEFFORTLESSGiant's MirrorShieldGrassLv.26-2830%MidIntense SunEFFORTLESSGiant's MirrorSwordGrassLv.26-2830%MidIntense Sun
Step 2Dugtrio ✓EFFORTLESSHammerlocke HillsSwordGrassLv.28-3040%MidSandstormEFFORTLESSHammerlocke HillsShieldGrassLv.28-3040%MidSandstormEASYRoute 6SwordOverworldLv.29-3320%MidRouteAll WeatherEASYRoute 6ShieldOverworldLv.29-3320%MidRouteAll WeatherMODERATEGiant's CapShieldGrassLv.26-2810%MidIntense SunMODERATEGiant's CapSwordGrassLv.26-2810%MidIntense SunEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundSwordOverworldLv.31-3460%LateHeavy FogEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundSwordOverworldLv.31-3460%LateOvercastEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundSwordOverworldLv.31-3460%LateNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundSwordOverworldLv.31-3460%LateThunderstormEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundSwordOverworldLv.31-3460%LateRainingEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundShieldOverworldLv.31-3450%LateRainingEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundShieldOverworldLv.31-3450%LateHeavy FogEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundShieldOverworldLv.31-3450%LateOvercastEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundShieldOverworldLv.31-3450%LateNormal WeatherEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundShieldOverworldLv.31-3450%LateThunderstormEFFORTLESSDusty BowlShieldGrassLv.40-4540%LateSandstormEFFORTLESSDusty BowlSwordGrassLv.40-4540%LateSandstormEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundSwordOverworldLv.31-3430%LateSnowstormEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundSwordOverworldLv.31-3430%LateIntense SunEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundSwordOverworldLv.31-3430%LateSnowingEFFORTLESSGiant's Mirror - GroundSwordOverworldLv.31-3430%LateSandstormEASYGiant's Mirror - GroundShieldOverworldLv.31-3420%LateSnowingEASYGiant's Mirror - GroundShieldOverworldLv.31-3420%LateSandstormEASYGiant's Mirror - GroundShieldOverworldLv.31-3420%LateSnowstormEASYGiant's Mirror - GroundShieldOverworldLv.31-3420%LateIntense SunEFFORTLESSLake of OutrageSwordGrassLv.50-5240%PostWaterSandstormEFFORTLESSLake of OutrageShieldGrassLv.50-5240%PostWaterSandstormor evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
moderate rates across 2 encounter spots for Dugtrio. That's the kind of hunt where you pick one location and settle in. Sort by Best below to see where the odds are highest.
Where To Catch Dugtrio in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
The path to Dugtrio starts with Diglett at Lv. 13-25 via walking and trade encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch DiglettEFFORTLESSDiglett's CaveLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.13-1885%EarlyCaveEFFORTLESSDiglett's CaveLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.13-1885%EarlyCaveLavender TownLet's Go EeveeIn-game tradeLv.25MidCityTrade for (give Diglett)Lavender TownLet's Go PikachuIn-game tradeLv.25MidCityTrade for (give Diglett)
Step 2Dugtrio ✓CHALLENGINGDiglett's CaveLet's Go PikachuGrassLv.13-185%EarlyCaveCHALLENGINGDiglett's CaveLet's Go EeveeGrassLv.13-185%EarlyCaveor evolve from Diglett (Step 1)
Dugtrio has a 425 base stat total and ranks as B-Tier — a solid choice for the right team. It works best as a sweeper. Base 120 Speed is where it shines.
Sand Veil increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm — that's the one you want on Dugtrio. Sand Force is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Arena Trap works too if your team needs something different.
Dugtrio fills the sweeper role. It's a physical attacker with base 100 Attack. Base 120 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's fragile — can't afford to take many hits.
Dugtrio appears in 20 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Dugtrio first appeared in Red & Blue and spans 20 games across 9 generations. It later gained an Alolan form in Generation 7, adding new dimensions to its competitive identity.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISMAlolan
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A