What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Airdrie?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Airdrie is to Bus via Glasgow Buchanan which costs £5 - £9 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Airdrie?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Airdrie is to drive which takes 2h and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Airdrie?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Airdrie. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Sheriff Court via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Airdrie?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Airdrie. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Airdrie via Ayr, Glasgow Central Low Level and Partick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Airdrie?

The distance between Stranraer and Airdrie is 114 miles. The road distance is 93.6 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Airdrie without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Airdrie without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Airdrie?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Stranraer to Airdrie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Airdrie bus from?

Stranraer to Airdrie bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Airdrie train from?

Stranraer to Airdrie train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Airdrie?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Airdrie is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can Bus via Glasgow Buchanan, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Stranraer to Airdrie bus arrive?

Stranraer to Airdrie bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Stranraer to Airdrie train arrive?

Stranraer to Airdrie train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Airdrie?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Airdrie is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Stranraer to Airdrie.

How do I get a train ticket from Stranraer to Airdrie?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Stranraer to Airdrie?

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Stranraer to Airdrie - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Airdrie by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Partick to Airdrietrain
3h 32m
£43–73
Bus via Glasgow Buchanan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
3h 37m
£5–8
Drive 93 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Airdriecar 93 mi
2h
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
3h 57m
£18–36

Stranraer to Airdrie by train

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3h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.6 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Airdrie via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Partick in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, Translink operates a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan twice daily. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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