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Trip Overview

The average train between Stranraer and Carnforth takes 6h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Carnforth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 47m
Duration
274 mi
Distance
£118
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Stranraer to Carnforth train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Stranraer and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 7:08 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 1:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 6h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 30m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 30m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 30m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 30m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 30m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 51m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited18h 15m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 21m • 3 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 32m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 274.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Carnforth via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 5h 30m.

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