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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Perth is to bus via Ayr which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Perth is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Perth 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 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Perth. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Perth via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Perth?

The distance between Stranraer and Perth is 162 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Perth without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 7m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Stranraer to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Perth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Perth?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Perth is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 7m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Stranraer to Perth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Perth is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Stranraer to Perth.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Perth 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 Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
4h 7m
£35–61
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 11m
£24–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk093
4h 28m
Drive 142.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Perthcar 142.1 mi
2h 45m
£35–50
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Manse Roadbus M8 / ...
5h 34m
£25–38

Stranraer to Perth by train and foot

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4h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Perth via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 28m.

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