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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh is to bus via Shandwick Place which costs £25 - £50 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Musselburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Musselburgh. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at High Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Musselburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Musselburgh. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Musselburgh?

The distance between Stranraer and Musselburgh is 153 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Musselburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Musselburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Musselburgh?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Stranraer to Musselburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Musselburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Musselburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Musselburgh is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Stranraer to Musselburgh.

Where can I stay near Musselburgh?

There are 2729+ hotels available in Musselburgh.

Stranraer to Musselburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Musselburgh 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
4h 20m
£49–122
Bus via Shandwick Place
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
4h 49m
£25–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
4h 39m
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Musselburghcar 129.8 mi
2h 41m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh
5h 7m
£62–111

Stranraer to Musselburgh by train, foot, and bus

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.7 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to High Street via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Princes Street in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to High Street via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Princes Street in around 4h 39m.

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