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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Stranraer is to bus which costs £9 - £19 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Gardiner Street and arriving at Port Rodie via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Stranraer?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Stranraer. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Stranraer?

The distance between Prestwick and Stranraer is 61 miles. The road distance is 54.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £40.

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

The train from Prestwick Town to Stranraer takes 1h 36m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Stranraer bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Stranraer train from?

Prestwick to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Prestwick Town station.

Train or bus from Prestwick to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Stranraer is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £19 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Prestwick to Stranraer bus arrive?

Prestwick to Stranraer bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Port Rodie station.

Where does the Prestwick to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Stranraer is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Prestwick to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Prestwick to Stranraer - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to StranraerKilmarnock - Stranraer
1h 36m
£17–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Port Rodie923
2h 22m
£10–19
Drive 54 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Stranraer54 mi
1h 11m
£14–19
Bus via Girvan
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodie358 / ...
2h 52m
£12–19

Prestwick to Stranraer by train

6Weekly Trains

1h 36mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 60.8 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Prestwick Town to Stranraer 6 times a week. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Ayr Bus Station to Port Rodie hourly. Tickets cost £10–15 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Stagecoach West Scotland also services this route twice daily.

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