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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Stranraer is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Stranraer?

The distance between Falkirk and Stranraer is 123 miles. The road distance is 109.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Falkirk to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Stranraer bus from?

Falkirk to Stranraer bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Falkirk to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Falkirk to Stranraer bus arrive?

Falkirk to Stranraer bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Stranraer is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Falkirk to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 179+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 25m
£32–41
Drive 108.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Falkirk to Stranraercar 108.6 mi
2h 10m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
5h 1m
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
5h 39m

Falkirk to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Falkirk to Stranraer.

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Distance: 122.4 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Stranraer Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 1m.

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