The average train between Stranraer and Hamilton takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Hamilton. 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 Stranraer and Hamilton. 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 Hamilton at 11:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to Hamilton? 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 Stranraer to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Hamilton station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Stranraer to Hamilton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Hamilton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between Stranraer and Hamilton is 114.6 km. The road distance is 176 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Hamilton Central via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Central Low Level in around 3h 11m.