What is the cheapest way to get from Coleraine to Stranraer?

The cheapest way to get from Coleraine to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which costs £35 - £240 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coleraine to Stranraer?

The fastest way to get from Coleraine to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £240.

How far is it from Coleraine to Stranraer?

The distance between Coleraine and Stranraer is 91 miles.

How do I travel from Coleraine to Stranraer without a car?

The best way to get from Coleraine to Stranraer without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 5h 45m and costs £55 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Coleraine to Stranraer?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Coleraine to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 213+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Coleraine to Stranraer - 2 ways to travel via train, car, and car ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Coleraine to Stranraer by car, car ferry, or train

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Drive, car ferry
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1. Drive from Coleraine to Larnecar
2. Take the car ferry from Larne to Cairnryancarferry
3h 4m
£38–240
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Coleraine to York Streettrain Re / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Larne to Cairnryancarferry
5h 45m
£59–266

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Map of how to get from Coleraine to Stranraer.

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Distance: 90.9 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Coleraine, Northern Ireland and Stranraer, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Coleraine to Stranraer. However, you can drive to Larne, take the car ferry to Cairnryan, then drive to Stranraer. Alternatively, you can take a train from Coleraine to Stranraer via York Street, Larne Harbour, Larne, and Cairnryan in around 5h 45m.

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