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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Stranraer is to bus via Ayr which costs £17 - £28 and takes 5h 46m.

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 11m 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.

How far is it from Falkirk to Stranraer?

The distance between Falkirk and Stranraer is 123 miles. The road distance is 109.3 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 20m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m 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.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can Bus via Glasgow, which costs and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Falkirk to Stranraer bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Stranraer is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Falkirk to Stranraer.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 209+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Falkirk to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Falkirk 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 Falkirk Grahamston to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 20m
£54–110
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
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 Crossbus 358 / ...
5h 46m
£18–28
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 35m
Drive 108.7 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Stranraercar 108.7 mi
2h 11m
£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

Falkirk to Stranraer by train and bus

35Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Falkirk to Stranraer.

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Falkirk Grahamston to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, West George Street, Central Station, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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