What is the cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Stranraer?

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Stranraer is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Stranraer?

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Port Rodie via Dolphin Centre and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Barnard Castle and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Barnard Castle to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Stranraer?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Stranraer is 331 miles. The road distance is 159.9 miles.

How do I travel from Barnard Castle to Stranraer without a car?

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs £100 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Barnard Castle to Stranraer?

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Barnard Castle to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Stranraer bus from?

Barnard Castle to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Stranraer train from?

Barnard Castle to Stranraer train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Barnard Castle to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Stranraer is to train which takes 8h 7m and costs £100 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 10h 16m.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Stranraer bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Stranraer train arrive?

Barnard Castle to Stranraer train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Stranraer is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Barnard Castle to Stranraer.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 213+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Barnard Castle to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
8h 7m
£104–238
Drive 159 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Stranraercar 159 mi
2h 55m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Club to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X21
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
4. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
9h 43m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
10h 16m
£55–129
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Club to John Dobson Streetbus X21
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
11h 27m

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Distance: 328.9 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and Stranraer, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Stranraer via Tubwell Row, Darlington, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 8h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Port Rodie via Tubwell Row, Dolphin Centre, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 10h 16m.

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