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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Musselburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Musselburgh. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at High Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Musselburgh?

The distance between Stranraer and Musselburgh is 153 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Musselburgh bus from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Musselburgh?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Stranraer to Musselburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Musselburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Musselburgh is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Stranraer to Musselburgh.

Where can I stay near Musselburgh?

There are 2389+ hotels available in Musselburgh.

Stranraer to Musselburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4h 14m
£42–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
4h 32m
£21–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to HaymarketGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 27m
£28–46
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Musselburgh129.8 mi
2h 39m
£32–46
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh - Princes StreetUk090
4h 52m

Stranraer to Musselburgh by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh.

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Distance: 152.2 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to High Street via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Waterloo Place in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to High Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street in around 4h 32m.

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