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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer Town Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer Town 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 7m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer Town Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Stranraer Town Station and Edinburgh is 135 miles. The road distance is 126.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 4h 7m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 4h 7m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh.

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

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

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Bus
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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 7m
£24–48
Train via Ayr
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 34m
£57–121
Drive 126.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburghcar 126.2 mi
2h 36m
£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 38m
£56–117

Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh by foot and bus

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Distance: 134 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stranraer Town Station to Princes Street via Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stranraer Town Station to Edinburgh Waverley via Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 34m.

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