The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Stranraer
Cheapest price
£129
Average price
£129
Fastest journey
5 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Stranraer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Stranraer will cost around £129 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £129.
To travel from Aberdeen to Stranraer you need to make at least 2 changes.
7:245h33Aberdeen12:57Stranraer£1291One-way2 changes
11:375h19Aberdeen16:56Stranraer£1291One-way2 changes
13:465h11Aberdeen18:57Stranraer£1291One-way2 changes
17:455h15Aberdeen23:00Stranraer£1291One-way2 changes
13:465h11Aberdeen18:57Stranraer£1291One-way2 changes
17:455h15Aberdeen23:00Stranraer£1291One-way2 changes
11:375h19Aberdeen16:56Stranraer£1291One-way2 changes
7:245h33Aberdeen12:57Stranraer£1291One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Aberdeen to Stranraer
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Stranraer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £143. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £143, and a flight costs an average of £464.
Distance: 309 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£143 Average Price Cheapest | £464 Average Price |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 40m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Aberdeen to Stranraer train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Stranraer trains for today, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:44 Aberdeen | 6h12 | 16:56 Stranraer | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Aberdeen to Stranraer trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of ScotRail to find the best option for your trip from Aberdeen to Stranraer.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Aberdeen to Stranraer.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Stranraer
Trains from Aberdeen to Stranraer run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £143 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 14:41. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 6h 12m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £143 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 12m |
First train 7:04 |
Last train 14:41 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Stranraer trainsScotrail, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Stranraer from £143. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Stranraer train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Stranraer by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stranraer, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Stranraer
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 09:30 - 15:0016:00 - 19:00 Saturday 09:30 - 15:0016:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station entrance
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