The average train between York and Stranraer takes 7h 35m and the fastest train takes 6h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from York to Stranraer. 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 York and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 8:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from York to Stranraer? 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 York to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Stranraer station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.
York to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from York station.
York to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stranraer station.
Book your York to Stranraer train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between York and Stranraer is 275.9 km. The road distance is 561 km.
You can take a train from York to Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 7h 8m.