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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Greenock is to bus via Ayr which costs £20 - £29 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Greenock is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Greenock?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at West Stewart Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Greenock?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Greenock. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Greenock West via Ayr and Paisley Gilmour Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Greenock?

The distance between Stranraer and Greenock is 108 miles. The road distance is 93.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Greenock without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 2m and costs £34 - £37.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Stranraer to Greenock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Greenock bus from?

Stranraer to Greenock bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Greenock train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Greenock?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Greenock is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 2m and costs £34 - £37. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Stranraer to Greenock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Greenock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Greenock?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Greenock is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Stranraer to Greenock.

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

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Stranraer to Greenock - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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Train via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain Ayr - Glasgow Central
3h 2m
£34–36
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
3h 28m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Streetbus 906 / ...
3h 45m
Drive 92.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Greenockcar 92.9 mi
1h 55m
£23–33
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 Burnlea Roadbus 585
5h 23m
£20–28

Stranraer to Greenock by train

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3h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 107.5 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Greenock West via Ayr and Paisley Gilmour Street in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to West Stewart Street via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 45m.

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