The average train between Ardrossan Harbour and Stranraer takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Ardrossan Harbour to Stranraer. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Ardrossan Harbour and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 9:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ardrossan Harbour is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Kilwinning and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ardrossan Harbour to Stranraer? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ardrossan Harbour to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Ardrossan Harbour station and arriving at Stranraer station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Ardrossan Harbour to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilwinning station.
Ardrossan Harbour to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Ardrossan Harbour and Stranraer is 82.8 km. The road distance is 125 km.
You can take a train from Ardrossan Harbour to Stranraer via Kilwinning and Ayr in around 3h 17m.