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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Lanark is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Lanark is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Lanark via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Lanark?

The distance between Stranraer and Lanark is 128 miles. The road distance is 92.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Lanark without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 46m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Stranraer to Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Lanark bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Lanark train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Lanark?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Lanark is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 46m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Stranraer to Lanark bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Lanark train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Lanark is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Stranraer to Lanark.

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

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Where can I stay near Lanark?

There are 284+ hotels available in Lanark.

Stranraer to Lanark - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, car, and line 240 bus

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

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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 Central to Lanarktrain
3h 46m
£31–73
Drive 92.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stranraer to Lanarkcar 92.3 mi
2h 3m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
4h 13m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lanarktrain Glasgow Central - Lanark
3h 51m
£32–72
Bus, line 240 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Inglis Waybus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inglis Way 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 Pollock Streetbus 240
6h 3m

Stranraer to Lanark by train

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Lanark.

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Distance: 127.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Lanark via Ayr and Glasgow Central in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Hunters Close via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 13m.

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