4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stranraer to Glasgow
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stranraer to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stranraer to Glasgow will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 4 trains that leave Stranraer for Glasgow on Tue, Dec 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Stranraer to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stranraer to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €27.
Distance: 118 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stranraer to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Stranraer to Glasgow trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:04 AM Stranraer | 2h22 | 8:26 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Stranraer | 2h26 | 10:26 AM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:05 PM Stranraer | 2h21 | 2:26 PM Glasgow | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stranraer to Glasgow
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Trains from Stranraer to Glasgow run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 20:30 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Stranraer to Glasgow trainsScotRail trains will get you between Stranraer and Glasgow from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Stranraer to Glasgow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stranraer to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Stranraer, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Glasgow Central, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stranraer to Glasgow
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 09:30 - 15:0016:00 - 19:00 Saturday 09:30 - 15:0016:00 - 19:00 Sunday 09:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office / station building
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station entrance
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:10 - 14:14 Saturday 07:10 - 14:14 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Small ramp to platform 2 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 1
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office building
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off at station entrance on Berryknowes Road
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 23:20 Saturday 06:00 - 23:20 Sunday 08:20 - 23:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- 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 ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Elmbank Gardens to the left of the station entrance
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