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Bolton to Stranraer trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Stranraer takes 7h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton 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.

7h 28m
Duration
309 mi
Distance
£142
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain train
  2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain train
  3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain train
6h 49m
£106–219

Bolton to Stranraer train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Bolton and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:53 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 7h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 309.1 mi
  • Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Stranraer, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bolton to Stranraer via Preston, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 49m.

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