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

The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Stranraer is to bus via Ayr which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensburgh to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Helensburgh and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Quay Street, Waterloo Lane and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Helensburgh and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Helensburgh to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh Central and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Helensburgh to Stranraer?

The distance between Helensburgh and Stranraer is 122 miles. The road distance is 105.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £30 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Helensburgh to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Stranraer bus from?

Helensburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Quay Street station.

Where do I catch the Helensburgh to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Helensburgh to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Helensburgh to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £30 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus via Ayr, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Helensburgh to Stranraer bus arrive?

Helensburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Hielenman's Umbrella station.

Where does the Helensburgh to Stranraer train arrive?

Helensburgh to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Helensburgh to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensburgh to Stranraer is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Helensburgh to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helensburgh Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 22m
£34–39
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 / ...
5h 11m
£20–32
Drive 104.8 mi
1. Drive from Helensburgh to Stranraercar 104.8 mi
2h 11m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrellabus 1A / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
5h 42m

Helensburgh to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

4h 22mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.2 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Helensburgh Central to Port Rodie via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station, and Henrietta Street in around 5h 11m.

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