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

The cheapest way to get from Cumnock to Stranraer is to line 42 bus and bus which costs £10 - £21 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumnock to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Cumnock and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumnock station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Cumnock Bus Station and arriving at Port Rodie via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Cumnock to Stranraer?

The distance between Cumnock and Stranraer is 78 miles. The road distance is 63 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumnock to Stranraer without a car is to line 42 bus and train which takes 3h 15m and costs £19 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Cumnock to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumnock to Stranraer bus from?

Cumnock to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Cumnock Bus Station.

Train or bus from Cumnock to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Cumnock to Stranraer is to line 42 bus and bus which takes 3h 40m and costs £10 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Cumnock to Stranraer bus arrive?

Cumnock to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cumnock to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumnock to Stranraer is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Cumnock to Stranraer.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 194+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Cumnock to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 42 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Mill Brae42 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to StranraerAyr - Stranraer / ...
3h 15m
£20–22
Line 42 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Port Rodie923
3h 40m
£11–20
Drive 62.6 mi
1. Drive from Cumnock to Stranraer62.6 mi
1h 20m
£16–23
Line 42 bus, Bus via Stranraer Port Rodie
1. Take the bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Ayr Bus Station42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr to Stranraer Port Rodie923
3h 50m
Train
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to StranraerKilmarnock - Stranraer
4h 10m
£24–58

Cumnock to Stranraer by bus and train

35Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.2 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Cumnock Bus Station to Port Rodie via Ayr Bus Station in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer twice daily. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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