The average bus between Lanark and Stranraer takes 5h 10m and the fastest bus takes 3h 54m. The bus service runs several times per day from Lanark 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 3 times a day between Lanark and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lanark is at 4:35 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 12:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Lanark 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 Lanark to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Lanark station and arriving at Stranraer station via Buchanan Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.
Lanark to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, depart from Wellgate station.
Lanark to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, arrive at Port Rodie station.
The distance between Lanark and Stranraer is 116.5 km. The road distance is 186 km.
You can take a bus from Wellgate to Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 41m.