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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Stranraer is to line 26 bus and bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Smithhills Street and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Stranraer via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Paisley to Stranraer?

The distance between Paisley and Stranraer is 92 miles. The road distance is 82.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £26 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Paisley to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Stranraer bus from?

Paisley to Stranraer bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Smithhills Street station.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Stranraer train from?

Paisley to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Paisley Gilmour Street station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Paisley to Stranraer is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £26 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 9 bus and Bus, which costs and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Paisley to Stranraer bus arrive?

Paisley to Stranraer bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Paisley to Stranraer train arrive?

Paisley to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Paisley to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Stranraer is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Paisley to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Paisley to Stranraer - 4 ways to travel via train, line 9 bus, Bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Paisley to Stranraer by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain Ayr - Stranraer / ...
3h 3m
£27–65
Line 26 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Bath Streetbus 26
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Crossbus 358 / ...
5h 48m
£18–26
Line 9 bus, Bus
1. Take the bus from Smithhills Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 9
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 35m
Drive 82.4 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Stranraercar 82.4 mi
1h 43m
£21–29

Paisley to Stranraer by train

35Weekly Trains

3h 3mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Paisley to Stranraer.

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Distance: 91.5 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Stranraer via Ayr in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Smithhills Street to Stranraer Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 35m.

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