Stirling to Stranraer train with ScotRail

Fri 09 Jan
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stirling to Stranraer

Showing times and prices for 10 Jan

Cheapest price

£69

Average price

£69

Fastest journey

3 h 27 m

Average duration

5 h 24 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

152 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stirling to Stranraer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stirling to Stranraer will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.

Fast trains

To travel from Stirling to Stranraer you need to make at least 4 changes.

ScotRail
09:303h27
Stirling
12:57Stranraer
£691One-way
4 changes
ScotRail
13:253h31
Stirling
16:56Stranraer
£691One-way
4 changes
ScotRail
15:263h31
Stirling
18:57Stranraer
£691One-way
4 changes
ScotRail
19:253h33
Stirling
22:58Stranraer
£691One-way
4 changes
ScotRail
23:3212h59
Stirling
12:31Stranraer
£691One-way
4 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stirling to Stranraer

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stirling to Stranraer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £70.

Distance: 152 km

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Coach

£70

Average Price

£36

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Cheapest

3h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 23m

Average total duration

3h 53m

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Live departures

Stirling to Stranraer train times

The table below shows live departures for Stirling to Stranraer trains for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail09:30 Stirling
3h27
12:57 Stranraer4 changes
ScotRail13:25 Stirling
3h31
16:56 Stranraer4 changes
ScotRail15:26 Stirling
3h31
18:57 Stranraer4 changes
ScotRail19:25 Stirling
3h35
23:00 Stranraer4 changes
ScotRail23:32 Stirling
9h22
08:54 Stranraer4 changes

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Compare prices and tickets Stirling to Stranraer by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stirling to Stranraer

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Trains from Stirling to Stranraer run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 3h 27m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36
Distance
152 km
Average train duration
3h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£70
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
3h 27m
First train
07:04
Last train
19:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36

Train companies: ScotRail from Stirling to Stranraer trainsScotRail trains will get you between Stirling and Stranraer from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

ScotRail

About
Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 4m
Cheapest Price
£27
ScotRail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Stirling to Stranraer train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stirling 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.

FAQs
Two to three days in Stranraer should suffice to explore its main attractions, including the Castle of St John, the picturesque waterfront, and nearby scenic areas like the Rhins of Galloway.
Booking trains from Stirling to Stranraer in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Stirling to Stranraer can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £70, while the average price tends to be around £70.
A day trip from Stirling to Stranraer is not feasible due to the travel duration of 3h 27m. However, there are 3 trains per day covering the distance of 152 km.
The train journey from Stirling to Stranraer covers a distance of 152 km and takes approximately 3h 27m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Stirling that goes to Stranraer is Stirling station (STG), and it arrives at Stranraer station (STR).
The first train from Stirling to Stranraer leaves at 7:04.
Yes, the train journey from Stirling to Stranraer is scenic, offering views of the picturesque Scottish countryside, rolling hills, and charming small towns along the way.
Trains from Stirling to Stranraer run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stirling to Stranraer.
The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Stranraer is by coach, costing approximately £36.
Yes, you can take the train from Stirling to Stranraer.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stirling to Stranraer.
The train distance from Stirling to Stranraer is 152 km.
To get from Stirling to Stranraer, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Stirling to Stranraer departs at 19:40.
There is no night train service from Stirling to Stranraer.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stirling and Stranraer

Stirling
Stranraer
The major train station for departures in Stirling is Stirling. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stirling for your trip from Stirling to Stranraer.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:00 Saturday 06:20 - 21:00 Sunday 08:50 - 22:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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 all platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of station.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse (RADAR key required) and in the Waiting Room on Platform 3.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on platform 2 and another on platform 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stirling
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the parking bays outside the main station entrance

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