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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Greenock is to bus which costs £20 - £27 and takes 3h 44m.

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 54m 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 44m.

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 8m.

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 which takes 3h 8m and costs £34 - £37.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m 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 which takes 3h 8m and costs £34 - £37. Alternatively, you can Bus via Glasgow, which costs and takes 3h 44m.

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 54m to drive from Stranraer to Greenock.

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

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Where can I stay near 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
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to AyrStranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour StreetAyr - Glasgow Central
3h 8m
£34–36
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
3h 44m
£21–26
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West Stewart Street906 / ...
3h 44m
Drive 92.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Greenock92.9 mi
1h 54m
£23–33
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Burnlea Road585
4h 30m
£21–28

Stranraer to Greenock by train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 107.8 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to West Stewart Street via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 44m.

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