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 via Ayr which costs £26 - £50 and takes 4h 59m.

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 £27 - £40.

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 Stranraer Port Rodie via St Andrew`s Church and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

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 9m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m 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.

Train or bus from Linlithgow to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Linlithgow to Stranraer bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 210+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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 Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 9m
£56–115
Train, bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the train from Linlithgow to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
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 / ...
4h 59m
£27–47
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Linlithgow to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 25m
Drive 112.7 mi
1. Drive from Linlithgow to Stranraercar 112.7 mi
2h 21m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
5h 55m

Linlithgow to Stranraer by train and bus

35Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.7 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Linlithgow to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, West George Street, Central Station, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cross to Stranraer Port Rodie via St Andrew`s Church, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 55m.

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