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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Cardiff is to bus which costs £60 - £110 and takes 14h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 6h 29m and costs £80 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Cardiff Central via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Cardiff?

The distance between Stranraer and Cardiff is 390 miles. The road distance is 378.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 43m to get from Stranraer to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Cardiff bus from?

Stranraer to Cardiff bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Cardiff is to train which takes 9h 51m and costs £160 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Stranraer to Cardiff bus arrive?

Stranraer to Cardiff bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stranraer to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Cardiff is 378 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Stranraer to Cardiff.

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

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Stranraer to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Stranraer to Cardiff by bus, train, car, plane, or car ferry

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Bus, train
best
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 Crewetrain
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
9h 43m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
14h 10m
£61–107
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
13h 23m
Drive 376.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Cardiffcar 376.2 mi
7h 16m
£94–135
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol 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 Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 29m
£83–197
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 Crewetrain
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
9h 51m
£164–268
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
5. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 59m
£100–244
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 Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 54m
£114–222
Car ferry to Belfast International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane BFS - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
9h 25m
£86–223
Car ferry to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane BHD - CWL
8h 48m
£91–260

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Distance: 387.8 mi
Duration: 9h 43m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Cardiff Central via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 9h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Birmingham - Jennens Road, and Bus Station in around 14h 10m.

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