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

The cheapest way to get from Greenock to Stranraer is to bus via Ayr which costs £19 - £29 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenock to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Greenock and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenock to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Stance 1 and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Greenock and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Greenock to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Greenock West and arriving at Stranraer via Paisley Gilmour Street and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Greenock to Stranraer?

The distance between Greenock and Stranraer is 108 miles. The road distance is 93.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenock to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £30 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Greenock to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Stranraer bus from?

Greenock to Stranraer bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Stance 1 station.

Where do I catch the Greenock to Stranraer train from?

Greenock to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Paisley Gilmour Street station.

Train or bus from Greenock to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Greenock to Stranraer is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £30 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Greenock to Stranraer bus arrive?

Greenock to Stranraer bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Greenock to Stranraer train arrive?

Greenock to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Greenock to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenock to Stranraer is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Greenock to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain Ayr - Stranraer / ...
3h 46m
£31–37
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manse Court to Ayr Bus Stationbus 585
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
6h 13m
£19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stance 1 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 41m
Drive 93 mi
1. Drive from Greenock to Stranraercar 93 mi
1h 56m
£23–33

Greenock to Stranraer by train

35Weekly Trains

3h 46mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Greenock to Stranraer.

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Distance: 107.5 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Greenock West to Stranraer via Paisley Gilmour Street and Ayr in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stance 1 to Stranraer Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 41m.

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