The average train between Durham and Stranraer takes 6h 35m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Durham 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 Durham and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 7:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Durham is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 34m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Durham 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 Durham to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Stranraer station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
Durham to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Durham to Stranraer train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Durham and Stranraer is 221.4 km. The road distance is 455 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 27m.