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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Bathgate is to bus and train which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 40m.

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 Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Council Offices via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

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 via Ayr which takes 3h 54m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m 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 Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Bathgate?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bathgate is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 54m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Stranraer to Bathgate bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Bathgate?

There are 424+ hotels available in Bathgate.

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 Bathgatetrain
3h 54m
£56–103
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgatetrain
4h 40m
£25–40
Drive 107.7 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Bathgatecar 107.7 mi
2h 12m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgatetrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
3h 57m
£55–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Council Officesbus X18 / ...
5h 10m

Stranraer to Bathgate by train and bus

35Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Bathgate.

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Distance: 124.5 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Bathgate via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Waterloo Lane, Cathedral Street, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Council Offices via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Haymarket Station in around 5h 10m.

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