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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Alloa is to train which costs £23 - £35 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Alloa is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Alloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Shillinghill via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Alloa?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Alloa via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Alloa?

The distance between Stranraer and Alloa is 136 miles. The road distance is 118.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Alloa without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 47m and costs £30 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Stranraer to Alloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Alloa bus from?

Stranraer to Alloa bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Alloa train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Alloa?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Alloa is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 47m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Stranraer to Alloa bus arrive?

Stranraer to Alloa bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Stranraer to Alloa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Alloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Alloa is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Stranraer to Alloa.

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

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

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

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Train via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain
3h 47m
£34–42
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
3h 52m
£23–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
4h 16m
Drive 117.5 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Alloacar 117.5 mi
2h 18m
£29–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X77
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain
4h 40m
£26–35

Stranraer to Alloa by train and foot

35Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.9 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Alloa via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Shillinghill via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 4h 16m.

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