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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Durham is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Durham is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Durham station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Bus Station Stand H via Buchanan Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Durham. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Durham via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Durham?

The distance between Stranraer and Durham is 185 miles. The road distance is 164.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Durham without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Stranraer to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Durham?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Durham is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £100 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Stranraer to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Durham is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Stranraer to Durham.

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

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Stranraer to Durham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Durham by bus, train, or car

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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 Newcastletrain
6h 1m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
8h 18m
£32–57
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 Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain
6h 44m
£102–230
Drive 163.4 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Durhamcar 163.4 mi
3h 12m
£40–58

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Distance: 183.8 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Durham via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Bus Station Stand H via Buchanan Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 8h 18m.

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