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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Largs is to bus which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Largs is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Largs?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Largs. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Manse Court via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Largs?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Largs. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Largs via Ayr and Kilwinning. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Largs?

The distance between Stranraer and Largs is 89 miles. The road distance is 81.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Largs without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £25 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Stranraer to Largs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Largs bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Largs train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Largs?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Largs is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £25 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Stranraer to Largs bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Largs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Largs?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Largs is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Stranraer to Largs.

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

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Where can I stay near Largs?

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Stranraer to Largs - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Largs 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 Kilwinning to LargsGlasgow Central - Largs
3h 7m
£25–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Manse Court585
3h 41m
£15–22
Drive 81.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Largs81.1 mi
1h 39m
£21–30
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayr923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Manse Court585
3h 41m

Stranraer to Largs by train

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3h 7mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.7 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Largs via Ayr and Kilwinning in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Manse Court via Ayr Bus Station in around 3h 41m.

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