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Outbound fromGlasgow to Stranraer by train
It takes an average of 2h 38m to travel from Glasgow to Stranraer by train, over a distance of around 73 miles (117 km). There are normally 11 trains per day travelling from Glasgow to Stranraer and tickets for this journey start from £10.70 when you book in advance.
Taking the train from Glasgow to Stranraer in 2 hours 23 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Glasgow to Stranraer? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 38 minutes to travel the 73 miles (117 km) from Glasgow to Stranraer by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 23 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 11 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with ScotRail for all or at least part of your journey to Stranraer.
Book train tickets from Glasgow to Stranraer in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £10.70. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Stranraer by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Stranraer
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Glasgow to Stranraer is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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