The average train between Dumfries and Stranraer takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Dumfries 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 twice daily between Dumfries and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 2:53 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Dumfries is at 6:38 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Dumfries station and arriving at Stranraer station via Kilmarnock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Dumfries to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.
Dumfries to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Dumfries and Stranraer is 92.1 km. The road distance is 210 km.
You can take a train from Dumfries to Stranraer via Kilmarnock in around 3h 52m.
