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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Stranraer is to bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at Port Rodie via Anniesland Cross and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Balloch to Stranraer?

The distance between Balloch and Stranraer is 119 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Balloch to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Stranraer bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balloch to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Balloch to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Balloch to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £25 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Balloch to Stranraer bus arrive?

Balloch to Stranraer bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Port Rodie station.

Where does the Balloch to Stranraer train arrive?

Balloch to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Stranraer is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Balloch to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Balloch to Stranraer - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balloch to Stranraer by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 28m
£32–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
4h 56m
£17–24
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 38m
Drive 101.4 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Stranraercar 101.4 mi
2h 1m
£25–36

Balloch to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Balloch to Stranraer.

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Distance: 118.3 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Stranraer, Scotland?

You can take a train from Balloch to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie 5 times a day. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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