The average train between Plymouth and Stranraer takes 14h 30m and the fastest train takes 11h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 4:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 14h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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17h 27m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Stranraer station via Birmingham New Street station, Crewe station, Glasgow Central station and Ayr station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 30m.
Plymouth to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Plymouth and Stranraer is 507.5 km. The road distance is 788 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Stranraer via Birmingham New Street, Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 12h 24m.