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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Stranraer is to bus via Ayr which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Stranraer?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Glasgow Buchanan and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Stranraer via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Scotland to Stranraer?

The distance between Scotland and Stranraer is 88 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Stranraer without a car is to Bus which takes 2h 45m and costs .

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

The Bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Stranraer bus from?

Scotland to Stranraer bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Stranraer train from?

Scotland to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Scotland to Stranraer is to Bus which takes 2h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £30 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Scotland to Stranraer bus arrive?

Scotland to Stranraer bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where does the Scotland to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Stranraer is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Scotland to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Scotland to Stranraer - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
2h 45m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
4h 7m
£15–23
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain Ayr - Stranraer / ...
3h 14m
£23–30
Drive 85.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Stranraercar 85.2 mi
1h 44m
£21–30

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Scotland to Stranraer.

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Distance: 87.4 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Scotland and Stranraer, Scotland?

Translink operates a bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glasgow Central to Stranraer via Ayr in around 3h 14m.

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