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

The cheapest way to get from Newry to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which costs £40 - £250 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newry to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £250.

How far is it from Newry to Stranraer?

The distance between Newry and Stranraer is 104 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newry to Stranraer without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 5h 31m and costs £50 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Newry to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 213+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

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

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Drive, car ferry
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1. Drive from Newry to Larnecar
2. Take the car ferry from Larne to Cairnryancarferry
3h 14m
£41–244
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Newry to Belfast Grand Centraltrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Larne Harbourtrain Re
3. Take the car ferry from Larne to Cairnryancarferry
5h 31m
£53–258

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Distance: 103.6 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

There is no direct connection from Newry 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 Newry to Stranraer via Belfast Grand Central, Larne Harbour, Larne, and Cairnryan in around 5h 31m.

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