The average train between Gateshead and Stranraer takes 7h 20m and the fastest train takes 5h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Gateshead 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 Gateshead and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 12:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Gateshead to Stranraer? 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 Gateshead to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Stranraer station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.
Gateshead to Stranraer train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Stranraer train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Gateshead to Stranraer train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Gateshead and Stranraer is 218.8 km. The road distance is 430 km.
You can take a train from Newcastle to Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 44m.