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Stranraer to Carlisle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Stranraer and Carlisle takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 41m
Duration
200 mi
Distance
£98
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain train
  2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain train
4h 4m
£74–167

Stranraer to Carlisle train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Stranraer and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 1:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 199.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Carlisle via Ayr and Glasgow Central in around 4h 4m.

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