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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Ullapool is to train and bus via Perth which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Ullapool is to drive which takes 5h 59m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Ullapool?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Ullapool. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Ullapool?

The distance between Stranraer and Ullapool is 315 miles. The road distance is 296 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Ullapool without a car is to bus which takes 8h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from Stranraer to Ullapool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Ullapool bus from?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Ullapool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Ullapool?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Ullapool is 296 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Stranraer to Ullapool.

Where can I stay near Ullapool?

There are 54+ hotels available in Ullapool.

Stranraer to Ullapool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Stranraer to Ullapool by bus, train, car, plane, or ferry

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 Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
8h 47m
Train, bus via Perth
cheapest
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 Perth
4. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
5. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
9h 47m
£44–107
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal961
9h 21m
£51–125
Drive 294.3 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Ullapool294.3 mi
5h 59m
£73–105
Train, fly to Stornoway Airport, ferry
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Stornoway Airport (SYY)GLA - SYY
4. Take the ferry from Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal to Ullapool Ferry Terminal
9h 46m
£158–436
Bus via High School
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 6 to High School61
9h 21m
Train, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)GLA - INV
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Terminal
9h 48m
£116–261

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Stornoway Airport (SYY) flights

19Weekly Planes

1h 1mAverage Duration

£126Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Ullapool.

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Distance: 313.1 mi
Duration: 8h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 3 in around 8h 47m.

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