The average train between Aberdeen and Stranraer takes 6h 39m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Stranraer. 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 Aberdeen and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 7:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 6h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Stranraer station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.
Aberdeen to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Aberdeen to Stranraer train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Aberdeen and Stranraer is 308.3 km. The road distance is 404 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 20m.