The average train between Retford and Stranraer takes 10h 16m and the fastest train takes 7h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Retford 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 Retford and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 9:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 4:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 10h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Retford 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 Retford to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Stranraer station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.
Retford to Stranraer train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.
Retford to Stranraer train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Retford to Stranraer train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and ScotRail.
The distance between Retford and Stranraer is 319 km. The road distance is 641 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Stranraer via Doncaster, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 8h 29m.