What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Newton Mearns?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Newton Mearns is to bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Newton Mearns?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Newton Mearns is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Newton Mearns?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Newton Mearns. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Newton Mearns Church via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Newton Mearns?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Newton Mearns. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Patterton via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Newton Mearns?

The distance between Stranraer and Newton Mearns is 88 miles. The road distance is 77.5 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Newton Mearns without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Newton Mearns without a car is to train and line 4 bus which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Newton Mearns?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Stranraer to Newton Mearns, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Newton Mearns bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Newton Mearns train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Newton Mearns?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Newton Mearns is to bus which takes 3h 28m and costs £14 - £22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £29 - £40 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Stranraer to Newton Mearns bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Newton Mearns train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Newton Mearns?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Newton Mearns is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Stranraer to Newton Mearns.

How do I get a train ticket from Stranraer to Newton Mearns?

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Stranraer to Newton Mearns - 5 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to KilmarnockStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Newton Mearns Church4
2h 39m
£39–47
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Newton Mearns Church4
3h 28m
£14–21
Drive 77.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Newton Mearns77.1 mi
1h 33m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to AyrStranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 12m
£29–36
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayr923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Newton Mearns Church4
3h 28m

Stranraer to Newton Mearns by train and bus

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2h 39mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.9 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Newton Mearns, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Newton Mearns Church via Ayr Bus Station in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Patterton via Ayr and Glasgow Central in around 3h 12m.

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