The average bus between Edinburgh and Stranraer takes 4h 12m and the fastest bus takes 4h 1m. The bus service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Stranraer. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Edinburgh and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 7:54 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 12:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Stranraer? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Stranraer station via Buchanan Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Edinburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.
Edinburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Port Rodie station.
Book your Edinburgh to Stranraer bus tickets online with FlixBus and Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd.
The distance between Edinburgh and Stranraer is 164 km. The road distance is 214 km.
You can take a bus from Princes Street to Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 56m.