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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Leith is to bus via Terminal which costs £30 - £55 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Leith is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Leith?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Leith. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Leith?

The distance between Stranraer and Leith is 147 miles. The road distance is 128.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Leith without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Stranraer to Leith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Leith bus from?

Stranraer to Leith bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Leith train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Leith?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Leith is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Stranraer to Leith bus arrive?

Stranraer to Leith bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Stranraer to Leith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Leith is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Stranraer to Leith.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Leith by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ayr
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 Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 40m
£48–119
Drive 128 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stranraer to Leithcar 128 mi
2h 42m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
4h 5m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
4h 23m
£55–108
Bus via Terminal
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus Air / ...
4h 34m
£33–52

Stranraer to Leith by train and foot

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.8 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 5m.

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