The average train between Loch Lomond and Stranraer takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Loch Lomond 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 4 times a day between Loch Lomond and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 9:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Loch Lomond is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Loch Lomond 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 Loch Lomond to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Loch Lomond station and arriving at Stranraer station via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Loch Lomond to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Balloch station.
Loch Lomond to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Loch Lomond to Stranraer train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Loch Lomond and Stranraer is 133.8 km. The road distance is 190 km.
You can take a train from Balloch to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 28m.