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

The cheapest way to get from Leven to Stranraer is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leven to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leven and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Leven station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Park & Ride, North Approach Road and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Leven to Stranraer?

The distance between Leven and Stranraer is 180 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leven to Stranraer without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 11m and costs £45 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Leven to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leven to Stranraer bus from?

Leven to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Train or bus from Leven to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Leven to Stranraer is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 11m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Leven to Stranraer bus arrive?

Leven to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Leven to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Leven to Stranraer is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Leven to Stranraer.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

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

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

Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
6h 11m
£47–66
Drive 144.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leven to Stranraercar 144.7 mi
2h 55m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
6h 31m
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 8m
£42–73
Bus via Dumfries
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Princes Streetbus X58
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Whitesandsbus 102 / ...
3. Take the bus from Whitesands to Port Rodiebus 500
9h 38m

Leven to Stranraer by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Leven to Stranraer.

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Distance: 178.8 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Co-op Supermarket to Stranraer via Bus Station, Kirkcaldy, Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Stranraer Port Rodie via Park & Ride Arrival Bay, Park & Ride, North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 6h 31m.

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