The average train between Stranraer and Ilkley takes 9h 32m and the fastest train takes 7h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Ilkley. 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 4 times a day between Stranraer and Ilkley. 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 Ilkley at 4:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 9h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Ilkley. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Ilkley station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.
Stranraer to Ilkley train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Ilkley train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Shipley station.
Book your Stranraer to Ilkley train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stranraer and Ilkley is 234 km. The road distance is 501 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Ilkley via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Carlisle, and Shipley in around 8h 23m.
