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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stranraer to Edinburgh
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €33
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €33
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 4 h 7 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 4 h 7 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 1
- Distance
- 164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stranraer to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stranraer to Edinburgh will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 1 trains from Stranraer to Edinburgh, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.
1:05 PM 4h07 Stranraer 5:12 PM Edinburgh €33 1 One-way 0 transfers
1:05 PM 4h07 Stranraer 5:12 PM Edinburgh €33 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stranraer to Edinburgh
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Trains from Stranraer to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 7:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Live departures
Stranraer to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Stranraer to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L86945 · L87463 · W84239 | 10:41 AM Stranraer station (STR) | 5h12 | 3:53 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
L86945 · L87463 · L87958+ Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 10:41 AM Stranraer station (STR) | 4h06 | 2:47 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| L86919 · L87477 · W84213 | 12:41 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 5h10 | 5:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L86919 · L87477 · L87990+Bus from Glasgow Central to Glasgow Queen Street | 12:41 PM Stranraer station (STR) | 4h09 | 4:50 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Stranraer to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stranraer to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stranraer to Edinburgh
Most Stranraer to Edinburgh trains use the Stranraer to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Stranraer and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stranraer station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
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