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Trip Overview

The average bus between Helensburgh and Stranraer takes 6h 12m and the fastest bus takes 4h 26m. 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.

6h 12m
Duration
110 mi
Distance
£15
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Helensburgh to Stranraer bus times

Buses run every 4 hours 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 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Partick and take an average of 6h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 4m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 40m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 10m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 4m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 40m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 10m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 53m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 7m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 45m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 28m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 25m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 41m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 26m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 23m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 4m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 40m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 10m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 4m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 40m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 10m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 4m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 40m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd5h 10m • 3 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowMcGills BusesScottish Citylink Coaches Ltd4h 47m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Helensburgh to Stranraer.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 109.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Helensburgh, Scotland and Stranraer, Scotland?

Translink operates a bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie 3 times a day. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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