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

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Stranraer is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leith to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Leith station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1 and arriving at Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Leith to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Leith to Stranraer?

The distance between Leith and Stranraer is 147 miles. The road distance is 127.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leith to Stranraer without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 32m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Leith to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leith to Stranraer bus from?

Leith to Stranraer bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1.

Where do I catch the Leith to Stranraer train from?

Leith to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Leith to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Leith to Stranraer is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 32m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Leith to Stranraer bus arrive?

Leith to Stranraer bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 49.

Where does the Leith to Stranraer train arrive?

Leith to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Leith to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Stranraer is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Leith to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
4h 32m
£41–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1 to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 49megabus 900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
4h 58m
£23–34
Drive 127.2 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Stranraer127.2 mi
2h 41m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 2m
£37–113
Bus via Edinburgh - Regent Road
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh - Regent Road to GlasgowUk090
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
5h 10m

Leith to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1 to Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 58m.

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