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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Bathgate is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Bathgate is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Council Offices via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Bathgate?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Bathgate. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Bathgate via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Bathgate?

The distance between Stranraer and Bathgate is 125 miles. The road distance is 108.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bathgate without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £35 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Stranraer to Bathgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Bathgate bus from?

Stranraer to Bathgate bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Bathgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bathgate is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Stranraer to Bathgate bus arrive?

Stranraer to Bathgate bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stranraer to Bathgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Bathgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Bathgate is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Stranraer to Bathgate.

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

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

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

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Train
best
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 Bathgate
3h 45m
£35–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Livingston Bus Terminal Stance Dmegabus 902
5h 25m
£25–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
3h 48m
Drive 107.7 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Bathgate107.7 mi
2h 12m
£27–39
Bus, train via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to BathgateHelensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
3h 49m
£28–37

Stranraer to Bathgate by train and foot

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Distance: 124.3 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Bathgate via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Livingston Bus Terminal Stance D, and Bus Terminal in around 5h 25m.

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