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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Stranraer to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Stranraer to Edinburgh

Cheapest
2 h 33 min
Car
207 km.
from $11
Other
4 h 12 min
162 km.
from $66.43
5 h 14 min
162 km.
from $32.11
4 h 19 min
162 km.
from $78.57
4 h 24 min
162 km.
from $120.20

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
info@citylink.co.uk
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
westscotland.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72
Bus from Bus Station to Bath
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02

Train operators

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$40.50

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$88.60

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Stranraer to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$51.90
Train from Ayr to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$32.91
Train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$36.71
Train from Stranraer to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.97–$82.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus via Ayr which costs $26.09 - $39.13 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Stranraer (Station) and Edinburgh is 220 km. The road distance is 207.8 km.

How do I travel from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to Bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $39.13 - $54.35 .

How long does it take to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh bus from?

Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train from?

Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh is to Bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $39.13 - $54.35 . Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs $46.74 - $152.17 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh?

Book your Stranraer (Station) to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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