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The average train between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 30m
Duration
146 mi
Distance
£63
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer (Station) is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail3h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail3h 19m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail3h 36m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailScotRail3h 31m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh? 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.

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  • Distance: 145.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Stranraer (Station), Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 45m.

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