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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Hamilton is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Hamilton is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Hamilton station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Hamilton. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Hamilton Central via Ayr and Glasgow Central Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Hamilton?

The distance between Stranraer and Hamilton is 101 miles. The road distance is 87 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Hamilton without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs £20 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Stranraer to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Hamilton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Hamilton train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Hamilton is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Stranraer to Hamilton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Hamilton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Hamilton is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Stranraer to Hamilton.

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
3h 5m
£20–38
Train via Ayr
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 7m
£45–88
Drive 86.5 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Hamiltoncar 86.5 mi
1h 54m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
3h 12m
£45–82
Bus via Portland Park
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
3h 35m

Stranraer to Hamilton by bus

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Distance: 100.8 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

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. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Hamilton Central via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Central Low Level in around 3h 7m.

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