The average train between Stranraer and West Kilbride takes 2h 34m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to West Kilbride. 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 West Kilbride. 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 West Kilbride at 10:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 2h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to West Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at West Kilbride station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.
Stranraer to West Kilbride train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to West Kilbride train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.
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The distance between Stranraer and West Kilbride is 88.5 km. The road distance is 131 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Ayr 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 21m.