The average train between Stranraer and Leuchars takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Leuchars. 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 Leuchars. 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 Leuchars at 12:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 57m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Stranraer to Leuchars? 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 Leuchars. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Leuchars station via Ayr station, Glasgow Central station and Haymarket station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Stranraer to Leuchars train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Leuchars train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Leuchars station.
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The distance between Stranraer and Leuchars is 212.2 km. The road distance is 250 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Leuchars via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Haymarket in around 5h 14m.