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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Arbroath is to bus via Arbroath Burnside Drive which costs £29 - £55 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Arbroath is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Stn and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Arbroath via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Arbroath?

The distance between Stranraer and Arbroath is 199 miles. The road distance is 176.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Arbroath without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 5h 17m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Stranraer to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Arbroath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Arbroath train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Arbroath is to train via Ayr which takes 5h 17m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Stranraer to Arbroath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Arbroath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Arbroath is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Stranraer to Arbroath.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Arbroath 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 Arbroathtrain
5h 17m
£82–160
Bus via Arbroath Burnside Drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 54m
£29–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
5h 44m
Drive 175.6 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Arbroathcar 175.6 mi
3h 30m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
5h 21m
£81–155

Stranraer to Arbroath by train and foot

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5h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.1 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Arbroath via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Stn, Dundee station, and High Street in around 5h 44m.

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