The average train between Gretna and Stranraer takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Gretna 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 Gretna and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 2:19 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Gretna is at 6:11 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 10:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Gretna to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Gretna station and arriving at Stranraer station via Kilmarnock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Gretna to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Gretna Green station.
Gretna to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Gretna and Stranraer is 125.5 km. The road distance is 248 km.
You can take a train from Gretna Green to Stranraer via Kilmarnock in around 4h 20m.
