The average train between Saltcoats and Stranraer takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Saltcoats 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 Saltcoats and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Saltcoats is at 8:26 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Kilwinning and take an average of 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Saltcoats 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 Saltcoats to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Saltcoats station and arriving at Stranraer station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Saltcoats to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Kilwinning station.
Saltcoats to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Saltcoats and Stranraer is 82.4 km. The road distance is 123 km.
You can take a train from Saltcoats to Stranraer via Kilwinning and Ayr in around 3h 10m.