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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Partick is to bus which costs £14 - £21 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Partick is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Partick?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Partick station. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Partick?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Partick. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Partick via Ayr and Glasgow Central Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Partick?

The distance between Stranraer and Partick is 102 miles. The road distance is 86.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Partick without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 2h 45m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Stranraer to Partick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Partick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Partick train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Partick?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Partick is to train via Ayr which takes 2h 45m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can Bus via Glasgow Buchanan, which costs and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Stranraer to Partick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Partick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Partick?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Partick is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Stranraer to Partick.

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

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Where can I stay near Partick?

There are 1414+ hotels available in Partick.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Partick 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 via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to AyrStranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 45m
£23–34
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central
2h 58m
£11–20
Bus via Glasgow Buchanan
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
3h 6m
Drive 85.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Partick85.9 mi
1h 45m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
3h 6m
£14–21

Stranraer to Partick by train

35Weekly Trains

2h 45mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 100.9 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Partick via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Central Low Level in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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