The average train between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. 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.
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 7:08 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Stranraer (Station) station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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The distance between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh is 163.5 km. The road distance is 232 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Central in around 4h 18m.