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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £18 - £28 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Edinburgh?

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

How far is it from Stranraer to Edinburgh?

The distance between Stranraer and Edinburgh is 147 miles. The road distance is 126.9 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Edinburgh is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 45m and costs £35 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Stranraer to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Edinburgh is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Stranraer to Edinburgh.

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

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Stranraer to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Edinburgh 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 to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 45m
£38–47
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
4h 23m
£12–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
3h 56m
£19–27
Drive 126.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Edinburghcar 126.2 mi
2h 36m
£31–44
Bus via Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop Dbus megabus AIR
4h 26m

Stranraer to Edinburgh by train and foot

35Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 145.8 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 56m.

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