The average train between Stranraer and South Queensferry takes 5h 43m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to South Queensferry. 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 South Queensferry. 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 South Queensferry at 8:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 5h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to South Queensferry. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at South Queensferry station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.
Stranraer to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Stranraer to South Queensferry train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Stranraer and South Queensferry is 158.5 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Dalmeny via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Haymarket in around 4h 39m.