What is the cheapest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer?

The cheapest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer is to bus which costs £14 - £21 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer?

The fastest way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Buchanan bus Station and Stranraer?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Port Rodie. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Buchanan bus Station and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Stranraer via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer?

The distance between Buchanan bus Station and Stranraer is 88 miles. The road distance is 85.8 miles.

How do I travel from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer without a car?

The best way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs £14 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer?

The bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer train from?

Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs £14 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer bus arrive?

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

Where does the Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer train arrive?

Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer.

How do I get a train ticket from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer?

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Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
2h 35m
£14–21
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to StranraerAyr - Stranraer / ...
3h 26m
£24–37
Drive 85.3 mi
1. Drive from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer85.3 mi
1h 44m
£21–31
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodie358 / ...
4h 8m
£15–23

Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer by bus

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Distance: 87.5 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Buchanan bus Station, Scotland and Stranraer, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie every 3 hours. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Translink also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Buchanan bus Station to Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr in around 3h 26m.

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