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

The cheapest way to get from Cupar to Stranraer is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cupar to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cupar and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Cupar station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Port Rodie via Dundee Seagate Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Cupar and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Cupar to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Cupar and arriving at Stranraer via Haymarket, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Cupar to Stranraer?

The distance between Cupar and Stranraer is 188 miles. The road distance is 149.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cupar to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Cupar to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cupar to Stranraer bus from?

Cupar to Stranraer bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Dundee Seagate Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cupar to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Cupar to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Cupar to Stranraer is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Cupar to Stranraer bus arrive?

Cupar to Stranraer bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 55.

Where does the Cupar to Stranraer train arrive?

Cupar to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Cupar to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Cupar to Stranraer is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Cupar to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 178+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cupar to Stranraer by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cupar to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 39m
£51–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dundee Seagate Bus Station to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 55megabus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
6h 17m
£27–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cupar to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 41m
£41–93
Drive 148.2 mi
1. Drive from Cupar to Stranraer148.2 mi
2h 55m
£37–53
Bus via Clackmannan
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
7h 31m

Cupar to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cupar to Stranraer.

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Distance: 187.2 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Cupar to Stranraer via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Port Rodie via Dundee Seagate Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 17m.

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