The average train between Hartlepool and Stranraer takes 8h 29m and the fastest train takes 6h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Hartlepool 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 3 times a day between Hartlepool and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 10:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 7:06 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 8h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool station and arriving at Stranraer station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.
Hartlepool to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Hartlepool station.
Hartlepool to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Hartlepool to Stranraer train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Hartlepool and Stranraer is 245.8 km. The road distance is 466 km.
You can take a train from Hartlepool to Stranraer via Carlisle, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 7h 22m.