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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Stranraer is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 13h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Stranraer is to drive which takes 7h 24m and costs £100 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Port Rodie via London Victoria and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Stranraer via London Bridge station, London Euston, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Stranraer?

The distance between Maidstone and Stranraer is 541 miles. The road distance is 439.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 9h 49m and costs £85 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 9h 49m to get from Maidstone to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Stranraer bus from?

Maidstone to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Stranraer train from?

Maidstone to Stranraer train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Stranraer is to train which takes 9h 49m and costs £85 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 13h 42m.

Where does the Maidstone to Stranraer bus arrive?

Maidstone to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Stranraer train arrive?

Maidstone to Stranraer train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Stranraer is 439 miles. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Maidstone to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 195+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Maidstone to Stranraer - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Maidstone to Stranraer by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Euston to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 49m
£89–307
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus Station595 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
13h 42m
£54–113
Drive 436.8 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Stranraer436.8 mi
7h 24m
£110–158
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 55m
£122–356
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
16h 31m
£69–140
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 45m
£132–425
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
4. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 50m
£91–244
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
4. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 10m
£84–247
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)STN - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 10m
£90–238
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 51m
£121–373

Maidstone to Stranraer by train and subway

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9h 49mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 537.7 mi
Duration: 9h 49m

What companies run services between Maidstone, England and Stranraer, Scotland?

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Stranraer via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Euston station, London Euston, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 9h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Port Rodie via London Victoria and Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h 42m.

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