What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh is 147 miles. The road distance is 127 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh bus from?

Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train from?

Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

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Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 40m
£49–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
4h 2m
£24–48
Drive 126.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburghcar 126.2 mi
2h 37m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
4h 23m
£54–109

Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh by train and foot

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.8 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Stranraer (Station), Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stranraer (Station) to Princes Street via Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 2m.

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