The average train between Stranraer and Liverpool takes 7h 50m and the fastest train takes 6h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Liverpool. 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 Liverpool. 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 Liverpool at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 7h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to Liverpool? 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 Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Liverpool station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.
Stranraer to Liverpool train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to Liverpool train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Stranraer to Liverpool train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stranraer and Liverpool is 213 km. The road distance is 521 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to Liverpool Lime Street via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Wigan North Western in around 6h 39m.