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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Leuchars is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Leuchars is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Leuchars?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Leuchars. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at St Bunyan's Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Leuchars?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Leuchars. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Leuchars via Ayr, Glasgow Queen Street and Dundee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Leuchars?

The distance between Stranraer and Leuchars is 175 miles. The road distance is 156.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Leuchars without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Stranraer to Leuchars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Leuchars bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Leuchars train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Leuchars?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Leuchars is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £75 - £160 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Stranraer to Leuchars bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Leuchars train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Leuchars?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Leuchars is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Stranraer to Leuchars.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 55m
£30–65
Train via Ayr
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 Dundeetrain
5h 17m
£79–152
Drive 155.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Leucharscar 155.2 mi
3h 10m
£38–55
Bus via Overgate
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 7m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
5h 24m
£79–145

Stranraer to Leuchars by train and foot

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Distance: 174.3 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Port Rodie to St Bunyan's Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Leuchars via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Dundee in around 5h 17m.

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