What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 9h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Scotch Corner?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Scotch Corner. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Scotch Corner Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station and Town Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Scotch Corner?

The distance between Stranraer and Scotch Corner is 315 miles. The road distance is 171 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Scotch Corner without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £70 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner?

It takes approximately 7h to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Scotch Corner bus from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Scotch Corner?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner is to train which takes 7h and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Stranraer to Scotch Corner bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Scotch Corner?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Scotch Corner is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Stranraer to Scotch Corner.

Where can I stay near Scotch Corner?

There are 1303+ hotels available in Scotch Corner.

Stranraer to Scotch Corner - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner 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
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington
7h
£73–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Dolphin Centre591
9h 55m
£28–58
Drive 170 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Scotch Corner170 mi
3h 3m
£42–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Darlington
8h 20m

Stranraer to Scotch Corner by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

7hAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Scotch Corner.

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Distance: 313.2 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Scotch Corner, England?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Scotch Cnr Services South Slip via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, Darlington, and Darlington Rail Station in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Scotch Corner Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station and Town Hall in around 9h 55m.

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