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The average train between Preston and Stranraer takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Preston 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 Preston and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
6h 12m • 2 changes5h 14m • 2 changes5h 15m • 2 changes5h 18m • 2 changes6h 12m • 2 changes5h 14m • 2 changes5h 15m • 2 changes5h 18m • 2 changes6h 12m • 2 changes5h 14m • 2 changes5h 15m • 2 changes5h 18m • 2 changes6h 12m • 2 changes5h 14m • 2 changes5h 15m • 2 changes5h 16m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Preston 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 Preston to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Stranraer station via Glasgow Central station and Ayr station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.
Preston to Stranraer train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Stranraer station.
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The distance between Preston and Stranraer is 196.9 km. The road distance is 303 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr in around 5h 51m.
