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Trip Overview

The average train between Stranraer and Manchester takes 7h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 3m
Duration
320 mi
Distance
£135
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain train
  2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain train
  3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain train
  4. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain train
6h 7m
£94–222

Stranraer to Manchester train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Stranraer and Manchester. 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 Manchester at 6:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 7h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 319.5 mi
  • Duration: 7h 3m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Manchester Oxford Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 6h 7m.

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