What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Bo'ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Bo'ness. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Gauze Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

The distance between Stranraer and Bo'ness is 133 miles. The road distance is 118.8 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Bo'ness without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £35 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Bo'ness bus from?

Stranraer to Bo'ness bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Stranraer to Bo'ness bus arrive?

Stranraer to Bo'ness bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Bo'ness is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Stranraer to Bo'ness.

Where can I stay near Bo'ness?

There are 811+ hotels available in Bo'ness.

Stranraer to Bo'ness - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, car, and line 2 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness by train, bus, or car

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Train
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 to Linlithgowtrain
4h 36m
£37–47
Drive 118.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stranraer to Bo'nesscar 118.1 mi
2h 19m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus Air / ...
4h 46m
Train, line 2 bus
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Station Hotel to Bus Stationbus 2
5h 2m
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
6h 4m

Stranraer to Bo'ness by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Bo'ness, Scotland?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Gauze Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Linlithgow, and Station Road in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Gauze Road via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Airport in around 4h 46m.

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