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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling is to Bus via Bus Station which costs £8 - £12 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £27 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Islamic Centre via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Stirling via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

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

The distance between Stranraer (Station) and Stirling is 129 miles. The road distance is 112.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling?

The best way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 3h 41m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer (Station) to Stirling is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling.

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

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Stranraer (Station) to Stirling - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer (Station) to Stirling 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 Stirlingtrain
3h 24m
£50–82
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36
4h 30m
£8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Islamic Centrebus M8 / ...
3h 41m
£19–41
Drive 111.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer (Station) to Stirlingcar 111.9 mi
2h 14m
£28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
3h 29m
£49–81

Stranraer (Station) to Stirling by train and foot

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Distance: 128.3 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Stirling via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stranraer (Station) to Islamic Centre via Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 41m.

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