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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Leith is to bus via Ayr which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Leith is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Leith?

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

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Leith?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Leith. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Leith?

The distance between Stranraer and Leith is 135 miles. The road distance is 128.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Leith without a car is to Bus which takes 4h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Stranraer to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Leith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Leith?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Leith is to Bus which takes 4h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Stranraer to Leith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Leith is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Stranraer to Leith.

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

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Where can I stay near Leith?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Leith by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
4h 4m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cross to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gogarburn A8bus 900
5h 21m
£26–36
Train via Ayr
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 Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 18m
£53–120
Drive 128 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Leithcar 128 mi
2h 42m
£32–46
Train
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
£53–116

Stranraer to Leith by train

35Weekly Trains

4h 18mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.2 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Central in around 4h 18m.

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