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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Balloch is to bus which costs £16 - £25 and takes 3h 36m.

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 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 Port Rodie and arriving at Lower Stoneymollan Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

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 107 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 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs £16 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from 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 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs £16 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £40 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Stranraer to Balloch bus arrive?

Stranraer to Balloch bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 to drive from Stranraer to Balloch.

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

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Where can I stay near Balloch?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Lower Stoneymollan Road915 / ...
3h 36m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Balloch
3h 54m
£29–38
Drive 101.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Balloch101.2 mi
2h
£25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BallochAirdrie - Balloch / ...
3h 57m

Stranraer to Balloch by bus

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 106 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Lower Stoneymollan Road via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Balloch via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 3h 54m.

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