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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Stranraer is to bus via Ayr which costs £16 - £27 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Burnside Lane and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Hamilton and Stranraer?

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

How far is it from Hamilton to Stranraer?

The distance between Hamilton and Stranraer is 110 miles. The road distance is 87 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £27 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Hamilton to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Stranraer bus from?

Hamilton to Stranraer bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Stranraer train from?

Hamilton to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Hamilton to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h and costs £27 - £40. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Hamilton to Stranraer bus arrive?

Hamilton to Stranraer bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where does the Hamilton to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Stranraer is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Hamilton to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Hamilton to Stranraer - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain Ayr - Stranraer / ...
4h
£28–36
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
4h 48m
£17–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 13m
Drive 86.5 mi
1. Drive from Hamilton to Stranraercar 86.5 mi
1h 55m
£21–31

Hamilton to Stranraer by train

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hamilton to Stranraer.

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Distance: 109.6 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Hamilton Central to Stranraer via Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h. 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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