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Carlisle to Stranraer train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Carlisle to Stranraer, starting from AU$ 98.64 and averaging AU$ 196.42. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 7m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
14:08 4h 49m, No direct Carlisle	18:57 Stranraer	Find Tickets
14:49 4h 8m, No direct Carlisle	18:57 Stranraer	Find Tickets
17:59 5h 1m, No direct Carlisle	23:00 Stranraer	Find Tickets
18:50 4h 10m, No direct Carlisle	23:00 Stranraer	Find Tickets
22:54 10h 1m, No direct Carlisle	08:55 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Carlisle to Stranraer train route details

First train

08:09

Last train

22:54

Departure station

Carlisle

Arrival station

Stranraer

Journey time

4h 7m

Distance

134 km

Price

AU$ 98.64*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Stranraer

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Carlisle to Stranraer can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Carlisle to Stranraer for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Carlisle to Stranraer, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Carlisle to Stranraer ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Carlisle to Stranraer train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Carlisle to Stranraer from AU$ 98.64

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Carlisle to Stranraer train prices and times

Carlisle to Stranraer train route details