The average train between Kendal and Stranraer takes 6h 57m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Kendal 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 Kendal and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kendal is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 6h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kendal 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 Kendal to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Kendal station and arriving at Stranraer station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.
Kendal to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Kendal to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Kendal to Stranraer train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Kendal and Stranraer is 160.2 km. The road distance is 404 km.
You can take a train from Kendal to Stranraer via Oxenholme Lake District, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 3m.