How far is it from Stranraer to Ben Nevis?

The distance between Stranraer and Ben Nevis is 195 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Ben Nevis without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Ben Nevis without a car is to Bus and travel via Glasgow which takes 6h 29m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Ben Nevis?

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Stranraer to Ben Nevis, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Ben Nevis?

There are 633+ hotels available in Ben Nevis.

Stranraer to Ben Nevis - 4 ways to travel via train, and Bus

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Ben Nevis by bus, unknown, or train

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

Bus, travel via Glasgow
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station914 / ...
3. Walk from Bus Station to Ben Nevis
6h 29m
Train, travel
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 Fort William
4. Walk from Fort William to Ben Nevis
7h 54m
Bus, travel
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station914 / ...
3. Walk from Bus Station to Ben Nevis
6h 29m
Train, bus, travel
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
3. Take the bus from Terminal Building to An Aird OneE5
4. Walk from An Aird One to Ben Nevis
6h 33m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Ben Nevis.

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Distance: 193.8 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Ben Nevis, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Ben Nevis. However, you can take the bus to Glasgow Buchanan, walk to Buchanan Bus Station, take the bus to Bus Station, then travel to Ben Nevis. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Ben Nevis via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, and Fort William in around 7h 54m.

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