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

The cheapest way to get from Arrochar to Stranraer is to bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arrochar to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Arrochar and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Arrochar to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Braeside Stores and arriving at Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Arrochar and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Arrochar to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Arrochar & Tarbet and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Arrochar to Stranraer?

The distance between Arrochar and Stranraer is 124 miles. The road distance is 118.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arrochar to Stranraer without a car is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs £18 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Arrochar to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arrochar to Stranraer bus from?

Arrochar to Stranraer bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Braeside Stores station.

Where do I catch the Arrochar to Stranraer train from?

Arrochar to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Arrochar & Tarbet station.

Train or bus from Arrochar to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Arrochar to Stranraer is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs £18 - £27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Arrochar to Stranraer bus arrive?

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

Where does the Arrochar to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arrochar to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Arrochar to Stranraer is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Arrochar to Stranraer.

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

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Braeside Stores to Buchanan Bus Station926 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
4h 47m
£18–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Braeside Stores to Buchanan Bus Station926 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
4h 56m
£32–42
Drive 118.1 mi
1. Drive from Arrochar to Stranraer118.1 mi
2h 21m
£30–43
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Braeside Stores to Buchanan Bus Station926 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
4h 57m
Train
1. Take the train from Arrochar & Tarbet to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 7m
£41–105

Arrochar to Stranraer by bus

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4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 123.3 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Braeside Stores to Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Arrochar & Tarbet to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 5h 7m.

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