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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Irvine is to bus and line 585 bus which costs £13 - £26 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Irvine is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Golffields Road via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Irvine via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Irvine?

The distance between Stranraer and Irvine is 69 miles. The road distance is 63.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Irvine without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Stranraer to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Irvine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Irvine train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Irvine?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Irvine is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 585 bus, which costs £13 - £26 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Stranraer to Irvine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Irvine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Irvine is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Stranraer to Irvine.

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

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Stranraer to Irvine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 585 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
1h 56m
£31–56
Bus, line 585 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Golffields Roadbus 585
2h 43m
£14–25
Drive 63.4 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Irvinecar 63.4 mi
1h 19m
£16–23
Bus, line 585 bus via East Road
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Ayrbus 923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to East Roadbus 585
2h 44m

Stranraer to Irvine by train

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Distance: 69 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Ayr 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Golffields Road via Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 43m.

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