The average train between Kirkcaldy and Stranraer takes 5h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 8:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkcaldy is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 5h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Kirkcaldy station and arriving at Stranraer station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.
Kirkcaldy to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Haymarket station.
Kirkcaldy to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Kirkcaldy and Stranraer is 178.8 km. The road distance is 271 km.
You can take a train from Kirkcaldy to Stranraer via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 5h 24m.