The average bus between Ipswich and Stranraer takes 17h 27m and the fastest bus takes 16h 50m. The bus service runs several times per day from Ipswich to Stranraer. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Ipswich and Stranraer. The earliest departure is at 6:05 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Ipswich is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Stranraer at 2:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Coach Station and take an average of 17h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Ipswich to Stranraer? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station and arriving at Stranraer station via Coach Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 27m.
Ipswich to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardinal Park Cinema station.
Ipswich to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Port Rodie station.
Book your Ipswich to Stranraer bus tickets online with National Express, FlixBus and Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd.
The distance between Ipswich and Stranraer is 516.8 km. The road distance is 943 km.
You can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Port Rodie via Coach Station, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 15h 39m.