The average bus between Helensburgh and Stranraer takes 7h 38m and the fastest bus takes 4h 41m. The bus service runs several times per day from Helensburgh 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 Helensburgh and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 9:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helensburgh is at 7:23 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 11:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Quay Street and take an average of 7h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Helensburgh 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 Helensburgh to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Stranraer station via Hielenman's Umbrella. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.
Helensburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Quay Street station.
Helensburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Stranraer Port Rodie station.
The distance between Helensburgh and Stranraer is 123.6 km. The road distance is 184 km.
You can take a bus from Helensburgh station to Stranraer Port Rodie via Quay Street, Hielenman's Umbrella, Waterloo Lane, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 40m.