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

The cheapest way to get from Penicuik to Stranraer is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penicuik to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Penicuik and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Penicuik to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Angle Park and arriving at Port Rodie via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Penicuik to Stranraer?

The distance between Penicuik and Stranraer is 157 miles. The road distance is 118.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penicuik to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Penicuik to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penicuik to Stranraer bus from?

Penicuik to Stranraer bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Penicuik to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Penicuik to Stranraer is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Penicuik to Stranraer bus arrive?

Penicuik to Stranraer bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Penicuik to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Penicuik to Stranraer is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Penicuik to Stranraer.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 192+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Penicuik to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, line 37 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 26m
£43–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 53m
£18–37
Line 37 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Angle Park to Princes Street37 / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 50m
£33–98
Drive 117.9 mi
1. Drive from Penicuik to Stranraer117.9 mi
2h 23m
£30–42
Line 37 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Angle Park to Queensferry Street37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Station900
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
6h 19m

Penicuik to Stranraer by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Penicuik to Stranraer.

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Distance: 155.7 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Queensway to Stranraer via Princes Street, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Angle Park to Port Rodie via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 53m.

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