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Trip Overview

The average train between Stranraer and Bournemouth takes 14h 28m and the fastest train takes 10h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Bournemouth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

14h 28m
Duration
565 mi
Distance
£251
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Stranraer to Bournemouth train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Stranraer and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 2:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 14h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country10h 46m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country16h 33m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country18h 33m • 4 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 13m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 15m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country17h 6m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country19h 9m • 4 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 13m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 15m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country17h 6m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country19h 9m • 4 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 13m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 15m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country17h 6m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country19h 9m • 4 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 13m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 15m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsCross Country17h 6m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country19h 9m • 4 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 13m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 15m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country17h 6m • 4 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country19h 9m • 4 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 9m • 4 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country11h 13m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to Bournemouth? 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.

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  • Distance: 565.1 mi
  • Duration: 14h 28m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Bournemouth via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Stafford in around 11h 57m.

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