The average train between Stranraer and Irvine takes 1h 50m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Irvine. 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 Irvine. 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 Irvine at 10:02 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to Irvine? 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 Irvine. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Irvine station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.
Stranraer to Irvine train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Irvine train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.
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The distance between Stranraer and Irvine is 82.9 km. The road distance is 111 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Ayr 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 21m.