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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Kirkconnel is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Kirkconnel is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Kirkconnel?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Kirkconnel. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Well Road via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Kirkconnel?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Kirkconnel. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Kirkconnel via Kilmarnock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Kirkconnel?

The distance between Stranraer and Kirkconnel is 102 miles. The road distance is 68.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Kirkconnel without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Stranraer to Kirkconnel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Kirkconnel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Kirkconnel train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Kirkconnel?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Kirkconnel is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 43 bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Stranraer to Kirkconnel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Kirkconnel train arrive?

Stranraer to Kirkconnel train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kilmarnock station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Kirkconnel?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Kirkconnel is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Stranraer to Kirkconnel.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkconnel?

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Stranraer to Kirkconnel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 43 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnocktrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Kirkconneltrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle / ...
3h 22m
£45–82
Drive 68.2 mi
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1. Drive from Stranraer to Kirkconnelcar 68.2 mi
1h 29m
£17–24
Bus, line 43 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Roadbus 43 / ...
4h 8m
£23–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Hospitalbus 500
2. Take the bus from Stance 3 to Post Officebus 246
4h 39m

Stranraer to Kirkconnel by train

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Distance: 101.5 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Kirkconnel via Kilmarnock in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Kirkconnel via Ayr Bus Station, Well Road, and Auchinleck in around 4h 8m.

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