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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Strathaven is to bus via Townhead Street which costs £14 - £21 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Strathaven is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Strathaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Strathaven. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Wellbrae via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Strathaven?

The distance between Stranraer and Strathaven is 113 miles. The road distance is 79.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Strathaven without a car is to Bus which takes 4h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Stranraer to Strathaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Strathaven bus from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Strathaven?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Strathaven is to Bus which takes 4h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Stranraer to Strathaven bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Strathaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Strathaven is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Stranraer to Strathaven.

Where can I stay near Strathaven?

There are 910+ hotels available in Strathaven.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Strathaven by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
4h 8m
Bus via Townhead Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
4h 19m
£14–21
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
4h 20m
£16–25
Drive 79.3 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Strathavencar 79.3 mi
1h 43m
£20–28
Train via Ayr
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central Low Level to Larkhalltrain
4h 22m
£31–38

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Strathaven.

Launch map view

Distance: 112.6 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Translink operates a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Glasgow Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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