The average train between Stranraer and Dumfries takes 4h 2m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Dumfries. 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 twice daily between Stranraer and Dumfries. 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 Dumfries at 11:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Dumfries. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Dumfries station via Kilmarnock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
Stranraer to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Dumfries train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dumfries station.
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The distance between Stranraer and Dumfries is 92.1 km. The road distance is 210 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Dumfries via Kilmarnock in around 3h 53m.
