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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Cumnock is to bus and line 43 bus which costs £14 - £21 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Cumnock is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Cumnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Cumnock. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Holm via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Cumnock?

The distance between Stranraer and Cumnock is 78 miles. The road distance is 62.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Cumnock without a car is to train and line 42 bus which takes 2h 37m and costs £19 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Stranraer to Cumnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Cumnock bus from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Cumnock?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Cumnock is to bus and line 43 bus which takes 2h 57m and costs £14 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Stranraer to Cumnock bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Cumnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Cumnock is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Stranraer to Cumnock.

Where can I stay near Cumnock?

There are 318+ hotels available in Cumnock.

Stranraer to Cumnock - 5 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 42 bus
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to AyrStranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the bus from Mill Brae to Holm42 / ...
2h 37m
£19–22
Bus, line 43 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Holm42 / ...
2h 57m
£14–20
Drive 62.4 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Cumnock62.4 mi
1h 20m
£16–23
Bus, line 43 bus #2
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayr923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Holm42 / ...
2h 57m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to KilmarnockStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 15m
£24–55

Stranraer to Cumnock by train and bus

35Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.1 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Holm via Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock twice daily. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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