The average bus between Stranraer and Ardrossan takes 3h 26m and the fastest bus takes 2h 59m. The bus service runs several times per day from Stranraer to Ardrossan. 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 4 times a day between Stranraer and Ardrossan. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer is at 5:50 PM which arrives into Ardrossan at 9:18 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Stranraer to Ardrossan? 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 Stranraer to Ardrossan. However, there are services departing from Stranraer station and arriving at Ardrossan station via Ayr Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
Stranraer to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.
Stranraer to Ardrossan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Inches Road station.
Book your Stranraer to Ardrossan bus tickets online with Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd and Stagecoach West Scotland.
The distance between Stranraer and Ardrossan is 82.9 km. The road distance is 115 km.
You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Inches Road via Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 56m.