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

The cheapest way to get from Inveraray to Stranraer is to bus which costs £21 - £30 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inveraray to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Inveraray and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Inveraray to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Front Street and arriving at Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Inveraray to Stranraer?

The distance between Inveraray and Stranraer is 177 miles. The road distance is 140.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inveraray to Stranraer without a car is to bus which takes 5h 22m and costs £21 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Inveraray to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inveraray to Stranraer bus from?

Inveraray to Stranraer bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Front Street station.

Where does the Inveraray to Stranraer bus arrive?

Inveraray to Stranraer bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Inveraray to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Inveraray to Stranraer is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Inveraray to Stranraer.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 191+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Inveraray to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Inveraray to Stranraer by car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Inveraray to Gourock
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 16m
£48–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Buchanan Bus Station926 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 22m
£21–30
Drive 140.1 mi
1. Drive from Inveraray to Stranraer140.1 mi
2h 46m
£35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Buchanan Bus Station926 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 31m
£35–53
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Buchanan Bus Station926 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
5h 32m

Inveraray to Stranraer by bus

36Weekly Buses

5h 22mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Inveraray to Stranraer.

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Distance: 176.2 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Front Street to Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 22m.

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