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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Strathaven is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Strathaven is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Strathaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Strathaven. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Wellbrae via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Strathaven?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Strathaven. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Hamilton Central via Ayr and Glasgow Central Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Strathaven?

The distance between Stranraer and Strathaven is 113 miles. The road distance is 79.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Strathaven without a car is to Bus which takes 3h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Stranraer to Strathaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Strathaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Strathaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Strathaven?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Strathaven is to Bus which takes 3h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Stranraer to Strathaven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Strathaven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Strathaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Strathaven is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Stranraer to Strathaven.

Where can I stay near Strathaven?

There are 1009+ hotels available in Strathaven.

Stranraer to Strathaven - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, car, and line 6 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
3h 52m
Drive 79.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stranraer to Strathavencar 79.3 mi
1h 43m
£20–28
Train via Ayr
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain Stranraer - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain Ayr - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 58m
£48–91
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
4h 3m
£48–88
Bus, line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 6 / ...
4h 34m
£20–37

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Distance: 112.6 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

Translink operates a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Station Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, Hamilton Central, and Bus Station in around 3h 58m.

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