What is the cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Stranraer?

The cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Stranraer is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arbroath to Stranraer?

The fastest way to get from Arbroath to Stranraer is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Arbroath and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Arbroath station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Port Rodie via Seagate Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Arbroath and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Arbroath to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Arbroath and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Arbroath to Stranraer?

The distance between Arbroath and Stranraer is 199 miles. The road distance is 177 miles.

How do I travel from Arbroath to Stranraer without a car?

The best way to get from Arbroath to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £55 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Arbroath to Stranraer?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Arbroath to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Stranraer bus from?

Arbroath to Stranraer bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Stranraer train from?

Arbroath to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arbroath station.

Train or bus from Arbroath to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Arbroath to Stranraer is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Arbroath to Stranraer bus arrive?

Arbroath to Stranraer bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Arbroath to Stranraer train arrive?

Arbroath to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Arbroath to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Arbroath to Stranraer is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Arbroath to Stranraer.

How do I get a train ticket from Arbroath to Stranraer?

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 195+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Arbroath to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Arbroath to Stranraer by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 32m
£59–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 58m
£23–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Glasgow Queen StreetAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 33m
£52–86
Drive 175.9 mi
1. Drive from Arbroath to Stranraer175.9 mi
3h 29m
£45–64
Bus via Overgate
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus StationUk091
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
6h 37m

Arbroath to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

5h 32mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.2 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Arbroath to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Port Rodie via Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 58m.

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