The average train between Stranraer and York takes 7h 31m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer to York. 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 York. 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 York at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 7h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to York? 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 York. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at York station via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.
Stranraer to York train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.
Stranraer to York train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at York station.
Book your Stranraer to York train tickets online with ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Stranraer and York is 275.9 km. The road distance is 561 km.
You can take a train from Stranraer to York via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 19m.