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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Stranraer is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Johnstone and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Laighcartside Street and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Johnstone and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Johnstone to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Johnstone and arriving at Stranraer via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Johnstone to Stranraer?

The distance between Johnstone and Stranraer is 89 miles. The road distance is 81.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £22 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Johnstone to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Stranraer bus from?

Johnstone to Stranraer bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Laighcartside Street station.

Where do I catch the Johnstone to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Johnstone to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Stranraer is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £22 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and Bus, which costs and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Johnstone to Stranraer bus arrive?

Johnstone to Stranraer bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Bath Street station.

Where does the Johnstone to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Johnstone to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Stranraer is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Johnstone to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Johnstone to Stranraer - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 38 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Johnstone to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain Ayr - Stranraer / ...
2h 59m
£23–53
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Johnstone to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Crossbus 358 / ...
4h 16m
£19–39
Drive 81.5 mi
1. Drive from Johnstone to Stranraercar 81.5 mi
1h 40m
£20–29
Line 38 bus, Bus
1. Take the bus from Laighcartside Street to Bath Streetbus 38
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 54m

Johnstone to Stranraer by train

35Weekly Trains

2h 59mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Johnstone to Stranraer.

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Distance: 88.2 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Johnstone to Stranraer via Ayr in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Laighcartside Street to Stranraer Port Rodie via Bath Street and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 54m.

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