The average train between Shildon and Stranraer takes 9h 21m and the fastest train takes 6h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Shildon 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 Shildon and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 9:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shildon is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 12:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Darlington and take an average of 9h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Shildon 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 Shildon to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Shildon station and arriving at Stranraer station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.
Shildon to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Darlington station.
Shildon to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your Shildon to Stranraer train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Shildon and Stranraer is 218.7 km. The road distance is 505 km.
You can take a train from Shildon to Stranraer via Darlington, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 7h 29m.