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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Stranraer
Cheapest price
£114
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Stranraer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Stranraer will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £114.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Stranraer every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 9 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:309h00Manchester19:30Stranraer£1141One-way0 changes- 9:589h32Manchester19:30Stranraer£1141One-way0 changes
- 10:309h00Manchester19:30Stranraer£1141One-way0 changes
- 9:589h32Manchester19:30Stranraer£1141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Manchester to Stranraer
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Stranraer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £72, and a flight costs an average of £20.
Distance: 241 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£103 Average Price Cheapest | £215 Average Price |
8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Stranraer train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Stranraer trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:58 Manchester | 9h32 | 19:30 Stranraer | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Manchester | 9h00 | 19:30 Stranraer | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Stranraer
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Trains from Manchester to Stranraer run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 7h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 4:57 |
Last train 17:07 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Manchester to Stranraer train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester and Stranraer
Most Manchester to Stranraer trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Stranraer station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Stranraer train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Stranraer leave from?
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Which Stranraer station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Stranraer from Stranraer city centre
Stranraer train station facilities and services
Stranraer has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stranraer.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stranraer. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stranraer: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stranraer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stranraer: 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.
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