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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Stranraer is to bus via Ayr which costs £18 - £29 and takes 5h 52m.

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 Library and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Park and Ride and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Stirling to Stranraer?

The distance between Stirling and Stranraer is 129 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 train which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m 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 FlixBus, depart from Park and Ride station.

Train or bus from Stirling to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Stirling to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Stirling to Stranraer bus arrive?

Stirling to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 210+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Stirling to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stirling to Stranraer by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
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 13m
£56–114
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Crossbus 358 / ...
5h 52m
£19–29
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 28m
Drive 111.7 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Stranraercar 111.7 mi
2h 13m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 35m

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Map of how to get from Stirling to Stranraer.

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Distance: 128.6 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Stirling to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, West George Street, Central Station, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library to Stranraer Port Rodie via Park and Ride, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 35m.

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