The average train between Stranraer and Durham takes 7h 9m and the fastest train takes 5h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Durham. 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 and Durham. 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 Durham at 7:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 7h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 47m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Stranraer to Durham? 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 to Durham. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Durham station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.
Stranraer to Durham train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Durham train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Durham station.
Book your Stranraer to Durham train tickets online with ScotRail, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stranraer and Durham is 221.4 km. The road distance is 455 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Durham via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 6m.