The average train between Greenock and Stranraer takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Greenock 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 Greenock and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Greenock is at 8:04 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 10:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Paisley Gilmour Street and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Greenock 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 Greenock to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Greenock station and arriving at Stranraer station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Greenock to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Paisley Gilmour Street station.
Greenock to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Greenock and Stranraer is 117.3 km. The road distance is 173 km.
You can take a train from Greenock West to Stranraer via Paisley Gilmour Street and Ayr in around 3h 48m.