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Helensburgh to Stranraer buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Helensburgh and Stranraer takes 8h 11m and the fastest bus takes 4h 32m. 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.

8h 11m
Duration
110 mi
Distance
£30
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Helensburgh to Stranraer bus times

Buses run 3 times a day between Helensburgh and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 9:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helensburgh is at 7:23 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Partick and take an average of 8h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink5h 4m • 2 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink15h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink5h 4m • 2 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink15h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink5h 4m • 2 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink15h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink5h 4m • 2 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink15h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink5h 4m • 2 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink4h 32m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink15h 24m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink4h 53m • 2 changes
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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink15h 17m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    First Greater GlasgowFirst Greater GlasgowTranslink5h 25m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Helensburgh to Stranraer.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 109.9 mi
  • Duration: 8h 11m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie 4 times a day. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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