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

The cheapest way to get from Linlithgow to Stranraer is to train and bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linlithgow to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Linlithgow and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Linlithgow to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Cross and arriving at Port Rodie via St Andrew`s Church and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Linlithgow and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Linlithgow to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Linlithgow and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Linlithgow to Stranraer?

The distance between Linlithgow and Stranraer is 129 miles. The road distance is 113.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Linlithgow to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linlithgow to Stranraer bus from?

Linlithgow to Stranraer bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Linlithgow to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Linlithgow to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Linlithgow to Stranraer bus arrive?

Linlithgow to Stranraer bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Linlithgow to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linlithgow to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Linlithgow to Stranraer is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Linlithgow to Stranraer.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Linlithgow to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
4h 14m
£35–47
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Linlithgow to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
4h 15m
£27–38
Drive 112.7 mi
1. Drive from Linlithgow to Stranraer112.7 mi
2h 21m
£29–41
Train, Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Linlithgow to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
4h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus StationX37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 42m

Linlithgow to Stranraer by train and foot

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4h 14mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.6 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Linlithgow to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cross to Port Rodie via St Andrew`s Church and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 42m.

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