The average train between Leith and Stranraer takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Leith 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 Leith and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 9:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leith is at 11:46 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leith 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 Leith to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Leith station and arriving at Stranraer station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Leith to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Leith to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Leith and Stranraer is 166.7 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 35m.