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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Stirling is to bus via Bus Station which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Stirling is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Stirling?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Islamic Centre via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Stirling?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Stirling. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Stirling via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Stirling?

The distance between Stranraer and Stirling is 129 miles. The road distance is 112.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Stirling without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Stranraer to Stirling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Stirling bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Stirling train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Stirling?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Stirling is to train via Ayr which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Stranraer to Stirling bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Stirling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Stirling?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Stirling is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Stranraer to Stirling.

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

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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 Stirlingtrain
3h 24m
£53–102
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
4h 29m
£21–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Islamic Centrebus M8
3h 51m
Drive 111.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Stirlingcar 111.9 mi
2h 14m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
3h 29m
£53–96

Stranraer to Stirling by train and foot

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.3 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Stirling via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Islamic Centre via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 51m.

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