The average bus between Helensburgh and Stranraer takes 4h 52m and the fastest bus takes 4h 30m. The bus service runs several times per day from Helensburgh to Stranraer. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Helensburgh and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 9:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helensburgh is at 7:23 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 12:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level and take an average of 4h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Helensburgh to Stranraer? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Helensburgh to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Helensburgh station and arriving at Stranraer station via Stranraer Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.
Helensburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Glasgow Buchanan station.
Helensburgh to Stranraer bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Stranraer Port Rodie station.
Book your Helensburgh to Stranraer bus tickets online with First Greater Glasgow and Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd.
The distance between Helensburgh and Stranraer is 123.6 km. The road distance is 177 km.
Translink operates a bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 45m.