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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Saltcoats is to bus and line 585 bus via Girvan which costs £12 - £21 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Saltcoats is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Saltcoats?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Saltcoats. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at North Ayrshire Museum via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Saltcoats?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Saltcoats. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Saltcoats via Ayr and Kilwinning. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Saltcoats?

The distance between Stranraer and Saltcoats is 77 miles. The road distance is 70.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Saltcoats without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £20 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Stranraer to Saltcoats, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Saltcoats bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Saltcoats train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Saltcoats?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Saltcoats is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £20 - £50. Alternatively, you can Bus and line 585 bus, which costs and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Stranraer to Saltcoats bus arrive?

Stranraer to Saltcoats bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Where does the Stranraer to Saltcoats train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Saltcoats?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Saltcoats is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Stranraer to Saltcoats.

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

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Stranraer to Saltcoats - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, line 585 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Saltcoats by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2h 28m
£20–47
Bus, line 585 bus via Girvan
cheapest
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 North Ayrshire Museumbus 585
3h 24m
£12–20
Bus, line 585 bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayrbus 923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to North Ayrshire Museumbus 585
2h 50m
Drive 69.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Saltcoatscar 69.9 mi
1h 27m
£18–25

Stranraer to Saltcoats by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 76.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Ayr 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to North Ayrshire Museum via Ayr and Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 50m.

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