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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Stranraer is to bus which costs £10 - £20 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Port Rodie via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kilmarnock and Stranraer?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilmarnock and arriving at Stranraer. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Stranraer?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Stranraer is 74 miles. The road distance is 63.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £20 - £50.

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

The train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer takes 1h 49m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Stranraer bus from?

Kilmarnock to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Stranraer is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £20 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Stranraer bus arrive?

Kilmarnock to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Stranraer is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Kilmarnock to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Kilmarnock to Stranraer - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Stranraer by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraertrain Kilmarnock - Stranraer
1h 49m
£20–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77k
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
2h 45m
£10–19
Drive 62.9 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Stranraercar 62.9 mi
1h 20m
£16–23

Kilmarnock to Stranraer by train

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1h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 73.3 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer twice daily. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Port Rodie via Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 45m.

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