The average train between Perth and Stranraer takes 5h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth 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 Perth and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 9:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Stranraer station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.
Perth to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Perth to Stranraer train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Perth and Stranraer is 193.6 km. The road distance is 259 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 59m.