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Manchester to Stranraer trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Stranraer takes 7h 56m and the fastest train takes 6h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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.

7h 56m
Duration
320 mi
Distance
£144
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Lancastertrain train
  2. Take the train from Lancaster to Glasgow Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain train
  4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain train
6h 55m
£116–231

Manchester to Stranraer train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Manchester and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 7h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Stranraer.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 319.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Stranraer, Scotland?

You can take a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Stranraer via Lancaster, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 55m.

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