The average train between Exeter and Stranraer takes 12h 28m and the fastest train takes 10h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter 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 4 times a day between Exeter and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 4:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 12h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Stranraer station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.
Exeter to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Exeter to Stranraer train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Exeter and Stranraer is 475.6 km. The road distance is 895 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Stranraer via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 11h 29m.