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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Stranraer is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Islamic Centre and arriving at Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Stirling to Stranraer?

The distance between Stirling and Stranraer is 114 miles. The road distance is 112.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Stranraer without a car is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Stirling to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Stranraer bus from?

Stirling to Stranraer bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Islamic Centre station.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Stirling to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Stirling to Stranraer is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Stirling to Stranraer bus arrive?

Stirling to Stranraer bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stirling to Stranraer train arrive?

Stirling to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Stranraer is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Stirling to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 203+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Islamic Centre to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
4h 16m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 17m
£55–103
Drive 111.7 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Stranraercar 111.7 mi
2h 13m
£28–40
Bus via Wellgreen Road
1. Take the bus from Wellgreen Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X36
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
5h 6m

Stirling to Stranraer by bus

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4h 16mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.7 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Islamic Centre to Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stirling to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 17m.

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