What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness is to bus via Terminal which costs £25 - £55 and takes 4h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Bo'ness?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Bo'ness. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Gauze Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Bo'ness?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Bo'ness. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Linlithgow via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

The distance between Stranraer and Bo'ness is 133 miles. The road distance is 118.8 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Bo'ness without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Bo'ness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Bo'ness train from?

Stranraer to Bo'ness train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Terminal, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Stranraer to Bo'ness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Bo'ness train arrive?

Stranraer to Bo'ness train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Bo'ness?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Bo'ness is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Stranraer to Bo'ness.

Where can I stay near Bo'ness?

There are 857+ hotels available in Bo'ness.

Stranraer to Bo'ness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Bo'ness 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 Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgowtrain
4h 30m
£59–114
Bus via Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus Air
4h 43m
£25–51
Drive 118.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Bo'nesscar 118.1 mi
2h 19m
£29–42
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Station Hotel to Bus Stationbus 2
5h 3m
£28–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Asdabus X37
5h 8m

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Distance: 132 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Bo'ness, Scotland?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Gauze Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Waterloo Street, George Square, Glasgow Queen Street, Linlithgow, and Station Road in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Gauze Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Terminal in around 4h 43m.

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