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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Beith is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Beith is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Beith?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Beith. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Reform Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Beith?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Beith. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Glengarnock via Ayr and Kilwinning. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Beith?

The distance between Stranraer and Beith is 81 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Beith without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Stranraer to Beith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Beith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Beith train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Beith?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Beith is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Stranraer to Beith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Beith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Beith?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Beith is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Stranraer to Beith.

Where can I stay near Beith?

There are 744+ hotels available in Beith.

Stranraer to Beith - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 25 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2h 57m
£32–56
Drive 74.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stranraer to Beithcar 74.7 mi
1h 31m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
4h 9m
£23–41
Bus, line 25 bus
1. Take the bus from Cross to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgegate to Grahamfield Placebus 25
5h 34m
£29–39

Stranraer to Beith by train and bus

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.6 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Beith, North Ayrshire, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Ayr 5 times a day. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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