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Carlisle to Stranraer trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Stranraer takes 5h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle 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.

5h 39m
Duration
200 mi
Distance
£97
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain train
  2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain train
  3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain train
4h 44m
£74–167

Carlisle to Stranraer train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Carlisle and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 7:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 5h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Carlisle to Stranraer.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 199.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr in around 4h 44m.

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