The average train between Stranraer and Leicester takes 10h 22m and the fastest train takes 7h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Leicester. 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 Leicester. 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 Leicester at 2:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 10h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to Leicester? 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 Leicester. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Leicester station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.
Stranraer to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Leicester train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Book your Stranraer to Leicester train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stranraer and Leicester is 359 km. The road distance is 674 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Leicester via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Nuneaton in around 8h 56m.