The average train between Stranraer and North Shields takes 7h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to North Shields. 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 North Shields. 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 North Shields at 7:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 7h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to North Shields? 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 North Shields. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at North Shields station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.
Stranraer to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to North Shields train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Newcastle station.
The distance between Stranraer and North Shields is 228.7 km. The road distance is 445 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to North Shields via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Monument in around 5h 51m.