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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Balloch is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Balloch is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Balloch?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Lower Stoneymollan Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Anniesland Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Balloch?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Balloch via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Balloch?

The distance between Stranraer and Balloch is 119 miles. The road distance is 101.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Balloch without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 54m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Stranraer to Balloch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Balloch bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Balloch train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Balloch?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Balloch is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 54m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Stranraer to Balloch bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Balloch train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Balloch?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Balloch is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Stranraer to Balloch.

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

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Stranraer to Balloch - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Balloch 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 Low Level to Ballochtrain
3h 54m
£32–77
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Ballochtrain Airdrie - Balloch / ...
3h 57m
£22–39
Drive 101.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Ballochcar 101.2 mi
2h 1m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Ballochtrain Airdrie - Balloch / ...
3h 58m
£33–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
4h 29m

Stranraer to Balloch by train and foot

35Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Balloch.

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Distance: 118.3 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Balloch via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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