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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Stranraer is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Lanark and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Lanark to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Wellgate and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Lanark and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Lanark to Stranraer?

The distance between Lanark and Stranraer is 128 miles. The road distance is 93 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £30 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Lanark to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Stranraer bus from?

Lanark to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, depart from Wellgate station.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Lanark to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Lanark to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £30 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Lanark to Stranraer bus arrive?

Lanark to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stuarts Coaches UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Lanark to Stranraer train arrive?

Lanark to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Lanark to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Stranraer is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Lanark to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lanark to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 23m
£32–40
Drive 92.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Stranraercar 92.5 mi
2h 4m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 240X
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 51m
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
5h 28m

Lanark to Stranraer by train

35Weekly Trains

4h 23mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lanark to Stranraer.

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Distance: 127.2 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Lanark to Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate to Stranraer Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 51m.

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