The average bus between Stranraer and Strathaven takes 6h 33m and the fastest bus takes 4h 35m. The bus service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Strathaven. 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 Stranraer and Strathaven. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 5:50 PM which arrives into Strathaven at 10:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Buchanan Bus Station and take an average of 6h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to Strathaven? 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 Stranraer to Strathaven. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Strathaven station via Buchanan Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.
Stranraer to Strathaven bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.
Stranraer to Strathaven bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.
The distance between Stranraer and Strathaven is 105.2 km. The road distance is 181 km.
Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.