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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stranraer to Dumfries
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
92 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stranraer to Dumfries is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stranraer to Dumfries will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Fast trains
To travel from Stranraer to Dumfries you need to make at least 2 changes.
Y65906 · Y65963 · Y6662709:003h58
Stranraer station (STR)12:58Dumfries station (DMF)
£521One-way
2 changes
Y65897 · Y65972 · Y6665213:053h53
Stranraer station (STR)16:58Dumfries station (DMF)
£521One-way
2 changes
Y65897 · Y65972 · Y6665213:053h53
Stranraer station (STR)16:58Dumfries station (DMF)
£521One-way
2 changes
Y65906 · Y65963 · Y6662709:003h58
Stranraer station (STR)12:58Dumfries station (DMF)
£521One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stranraer to Dumfries
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stranraer to Dumfries among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £53.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£49 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stranraer to Dumfries train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:21
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y65906 · Y65963 · Y66627 | On time 09:00 Stranraer station (STR) | 3h58 | 12:58 Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 changes | |
| Y65897 · Y65972 · Y66652 | On time 13:05 Stranraer station (STR) | 3h53 | 16:58 Dumfries station (DMF) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stranraer to Dumfries
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stranraer to Dumfries run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 04:57 |
Last train 19:08 |
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
Train companies: ScotRail from Stranraer to Dumfries trainsScotRail trains will get you between Stranraer and Dumfries from £13. 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
3h 53m
Cheapest Price
£13
ScotRail frequency
2 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: Stranraer to Dumfries train
FAQs: Travel by train from Stranraer to Dumfries easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stranraer to Dumfries.
The train distance from Stranraer to Dumfries is 92 km.
Booking trains from Stranraer to Dumfries in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Stranraer to Dumfries covers a distance of 92 km and takes approximately 3h 53m. Trains run 2 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Stranraer to Dumfries can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £49.
To get from Stranraer to Dumfries, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The first train from Stranraer to Dumfries leaves at 4:57.
The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Dumfries is by train, costing approximately £13.
The train station in Stranraer that goes to Dumfries is Stranraer station (STR), and it arrives at Dumfries station (DMF).
The last train from Stranraer to Dumfries departs at 19:08.
Trains from Stranraer to Dumfries run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stranraer to Dumfries.
Yes, you can take the train from Stranraer to Dumfries.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stranraer to Dumfries.
There is no night train service from Stranraer to Dumfries.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stranraer and Dumfries
Stranraer
Dumfries
The major train station for departures in Stranraer is Stranraer. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Stranraer for your trip from Stranraer to Dumfries.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 09:30 - 15:0016:00 - 19:00 Saturday 09:30 - 15:0016:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:30 - 19:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
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 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
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
Public transport options for Stranraer
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station entrance
The major train station for arrivals in Dumfries is Dumfries. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dumfries for your journey to Dumfries from Stranraer.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 19:30 Saturday 06:35 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. The Gents toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilet facilities are available from 06:30-19:30. Radar - National Key Scheme toilets are located on Platform 1; available 24 hours a day.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on each platform
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
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
Public transport options for Dumfries
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park
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