Stranraer to Glasgow bus with Scottish Citylink

Thu, Nov 27
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Stranraer to Glasgow

Showing times and prices for Nov 28

Cheapest price

€26

Average price

€27

Fastest journey

2 h 25 m

Average duration

2 h 33 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

118 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stranraer to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stranraer to Glasgow will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave Stranraer for Glasgow on Fri, Nov 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .

On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Scottish Citylink
09:50AM2h35
Stranraer
12:25PMGlasgow
€261One-way
0 transfers
Translink UK
07:50AM2h25
Stranraer
10:15AMGlasgow
€271One-way
0 transfers
Translink UK
01:50PM2h35
Stranraer
04:25PMGlasgow
€271One-way
0 transfers
Translink UK
05:50PM2h35
Stranraer
08:25PMGlasgow
€271One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Stranraer to Glasgow

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stranraer to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €27.

Distance: 118 km

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Train

€27

Average price

€19

Average price

Cheapest

3h 5m

Average total duration

2h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 17m

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30m

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Live departures

Stranraer to Glasgow bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stranraer to Glasgow buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 12:42 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Translink UK7:50 AM Stranraer
2h25
10:15 AM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Scottish Citylink9:50 AM Stranraer
2h35
12:25 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Translink UK1:50 PM Stranraer
2h35
4:25 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect
Translink UK5:50 PM Stranraer
2h35
8:25 PM Glasgow0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stranraer to Glasgow

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Buses from Stranraer to Glasgow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €11 by train.

There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 19:55. The fastest bus covers the 118 km distance in 2h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €11
Distance
118 km
Average bus duration
2h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
€27
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
2h 25m
First bus
06:30
Last bus
19:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €11

Bus providers: Scottish Citylink, Translink UK from Stranraer to GlasgowYou can travel by bus between Stranraer to Glasgow with Scottish Citylink, Translink UK for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Scottish Citylink

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
€26
Scottish Citylink frequency
1 a day

Translink UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
€27
Translink UK frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Bus from Stranraer to Glasgow

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stranraer to Glasgow by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stranraer to Glasgow can start from as little as €30 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stranraer to Glasgow is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time to Glasgow from Stranraer is on average 2 h 25 min   for the 117 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Stranraer to Glasgow by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Stranraer to Glasgow leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Stranraer to Glasgow leaves at 20: 30.
There are 3 coaches a day from Stranraer to Glasgow which require at least one change with Translink UK or Scottish Citylink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Stranraer to Glasgow you can take a coach with Translink UK or Scottish Citylink. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Stranraer to Glasgow on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Glasgow from Stranraer is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Stranraer to Glasgow by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel to Glasgow from Stranraer 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Stranraer to Glasgow has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Stranraer to Glasgow.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Stranraer to Glasgow.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Stranraer to Glasgow, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Stranraer to Glasgow.
    No, luggage for the coach from Stranraer to Glasgow needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Stranraer to Glasgow.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stranraer to Glasgow.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Stranraer to Glasgow.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Stranraer to Glasgow.

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