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

The cheapest way to get from Lockerbie to Stranraer is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lockerbie to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Lockerbie and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Lockerbie to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Alexandra Drive and arriving at Port Rodie via Whitesands and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Lockerbie and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Lockerbie to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Lockerbie and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Lockerbie to Stranraer?

The distance between Lockerbie and Stranraer is 175 miles. The road distance is 81.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lockerbie to Stranraer without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 34m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Lockerbie to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lockerbie to Stranraer bus from?

Lockerbie to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Whitesands station.

Where do I catch the Lockerbie to Stranraer train from?

Lockerbie to Stranraer train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lockerbie station.

Train or bus from Lockerbie to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Lockerbie to Stranraer is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 34m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Lockerbie to Stranraer bus arrive?

Lockerbie to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Lockerbie to Stranraer train arrive?

Lockerbie to Stranraer train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Lockerbie to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Lockerbie to Stranraer is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Lockerbie to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
4h 34m
£33–61
Drive 80.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lockerbie to Stranraer80.6 mi
1h 36m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Buchanan Bus StationX74
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
7h 11m
£25–37
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to KilmarnockCarlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to StranraerKilmarnock - Stranraer
5h 23m
£33–77
Bus via New Cumnock
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Castle Primary school246
2. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Ayr Bus Station43 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr to Stranraer Port Rodie923
7h 44m

Lockerbie to Stranraer by train

35Weekly Trains

4h 34mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.1 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Lockerbie to Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alexandra Drive to Port Rodie via Whitesands and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 11m.

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