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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Bristol is to drive which costs £90 - £140 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Bristol is to train and fly which takes 5h 33m and costs £70 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Bristol Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Bristol?

The distance between Stranraer and Bristol is 421 miles. The road distance is 378.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bristol without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Stranraer to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Bristol bus from?

Stranraer to Bristol bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Bristol train from?

Stranraer to Bristol train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Bristol?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bristol is to Bus which takes 12h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £180 - £330 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Stranraer to Bristol bus arrive?

Stranraer to Bristol bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Stranraer to Bristol train arrive?

Stranraer to Bristol train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Bristol is 378 miles. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Stranraer to Bristol.

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

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Stranraer to Bristol - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Stranraer to Bristol by train, plane, bus, car, or car ferry

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Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
5h 33m
£73–179
Car ferry to Belfast International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane BFS - BRS
8h 21m
£57–180
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
9h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
12h 35m
Drive 376 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Bristolcar 376 mi
6h 20m
£93–134
Train, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
4. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
6h 52m
£90–237
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
7h 11m
£115–233
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
4. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain
5. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
9h 59m
£188–324
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train
5. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus
11h 38m

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Distance: 418.9 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Bristol Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 12h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Bristol Temple Meads via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Warrington Bank Quay, and Birmingham New Street in around 9h 59m.

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