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Trip Overview

The average train between Cheltenham and Stranraer takes 11h 44m and the fastest train takes 8h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham 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.

11h 44m
Duration
437 mi
Distance
£183
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Cheltenham to Stranraer train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Cheltenham and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 8:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 4:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 11h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Cross CountryTransport for WalesAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail16h 45m • 4 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 44m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 44m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 47m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail14h 41m • 4 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 44m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 44m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 47m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail14h 41m • 4 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 44m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 44m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 47m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail14h 41m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 44m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 44m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 47m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail14h 41m • 4 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 44m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 45m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 46m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail19h 19m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail9h 18m • 4 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastScotRailScotRail8h 41m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham 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.

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  • Distance: 437 mi
  • Duration: 11h 44m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Stranraer via Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 9h 39m.

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