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

The cheapest way to get from Shildon to Stranraer is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 10h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shildon to Stranraer is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Shildon and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Shildon to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from King William and arriving at Port Rodie via High Street, John Dobson Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Shildon and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Shildon to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Shildon and arriving at Stranraer via Darlington, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Shildon to Stranraer?

The distance between Shildon and Stranraer is 315 miles. The road distance is 165.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shildon to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 7h 20m and costs £100 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Shildon to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Stranraer bus from?

Shildon to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Shildon to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Shildon to Stranraer is to train which takes 7h 20m and costs £100 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 10h 56m.

Where does the Shildon to Stranraer bus arrive?

Shildon to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Shildon to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shildon to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Shildon to Stranraer is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Shildon to Stranraer.

How do I get a train ticket from Shildon to Stranraer?

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Shildon 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
7h 20m
£106–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
10h 56m
£32–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from High Street 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 13m
Drive 164.9 mi
1. Drive from Shildon to Stranraercar 164.9 mi
3h 24m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
9h 27m

Shildon to Stranraer by train and foot

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7h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 313.4 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

What companies run services between Shildon, England and Stranraer, Scotland?

You can take a train from Shildon to Stranraer via Darlington, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King William to Port Rodie via High Street, John Dobson Street, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 10h 56m.

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