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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Paisley is to bus and line 9 bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Paisley is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Paisley?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at St Mirren Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Paisley?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Paisley Gilmour Street via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Paisley?

The distance between Stranraer and Paisley is 92 miles. The road distance is 82.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Paisley without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 2h 18m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Stranraer to Paisley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Paisley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Paisley train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Paisley?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Paisley is to train via Ayr which takes 2h 18m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 9 bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Stranraer to Paisley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Paisley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Paisley?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Paisley is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Stranraer to Paisley.

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

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Stranraer to Paisley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 9 bus, and car

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

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Train via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 18m
£41–75
Bus, line 9 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St Mirren Streetbus 9
3h 27m
£20–37
Drive 82.4 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Paisleycar 82.4 mi
1h 43m
£21–29
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Barrheadtrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2h 35m
£46–78
Bus, line 26 bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Park Roadbus 26
4h 13m

Stranraer to Paisley by train

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 91.5 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Paisley Gilmour Street via Ayr in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to St Mirren Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 27m.

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