Stranraer to Edinburgh bus

Thu 11 Dec
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National Express
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Airport Bus Express Ltd
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National Express
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Compare train for Stranraer to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stranraer to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £28.

Distance: 164 km

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£54

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3h 53m

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3h 23m

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stranraer to Edinburgh

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Take a bus from Stranraer to Edinburgh and enjoy the approximately 164 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 07:04, the last at 19:08.

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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28
Distance
164 km
Average bus duration
3h 54m
Buses per day
2
First bus
07:04
Last bus
19:08
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
Flight from £28

FAQs: Stranraer to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stranraer to Edinburgh by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Stranraer to Edinburgh can start from as little as £36 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stranraer to Edinburgh is £57; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Stranraer to Edinburgh coach time is 4 h 4 min   covering the 102 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Stranraer to Edinburgh leaves at 07: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Stranraer to Edinburgh leaves at 19: 49.
Take the Stranraer to Edinburgh coach with ScotRail. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey between Stranraer and Edinburgh as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Stranraer, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Stranraer, P&O Cairnryan Ferry & Cargo Terminal and Stranraer, Port Rodie. When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your route in coach stations like Edinburgh, Bus Station, Ingliston, Edinburgh Airport - Terminal Forecourt (Stop F) and Ingliston, Edinburgh Airport.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stranraer, P& O Cairnryan Ferry & Cargo Terminal, which is located around 5.5 miles (8.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Edinburgh, Bus Station, located 0.4 miles (687 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Edinburgh from Stranraer is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 4 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Stranraer to Edinburgh by coach is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Edinburgh from Stranraer including taking a coach, train or flight.

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