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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Stranraer is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Stranraer?

The distance between Edinburgh and Stranraer is 147 miles. The road distance is 126.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Stranraer without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 32m and costs £35 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Edinburgh to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Stranraer bus from?

Edinburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Stranraer is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 32m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Stranraer bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Stranraer is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Edinburgh to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 121+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh 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 via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 32m
£40–48
Drive 125.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Stranraercar 125.4 mi
2h 36m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
5h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 2m
£35–105
Bus via Dumfries
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Whitesandsbus 101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Port Rodiebus 500
6h 24m

Edinburgh to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.8 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Stranraer Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 6m.

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