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

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

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 station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Station Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Strathaven?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Strathaven. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Hamilton Central via Ayr and Glasgow Central Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Strathaven?

The distance between Stranraer and Strathaven is 122 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 train via Ayr which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m 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 Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Strathaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Strathaven?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Strathaven is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Stranraer to Strathaven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Strathaven train arrive?

Stranraer to Strathaven train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr 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 1014+ hotels available in Strathaven.

Stranraer to Strathaven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 6 bus

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

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Train via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 57m
£48–90
Drive 79.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stranraer to Strathavencar 79.3 mi
1h 43m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
4h 15m
£21–38
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
4h 2m
£47–86
Bus, line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 6 / ...
4h 27m

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Distance: 121.1 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Station Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, Hamilton Central, and Bus Station in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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