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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Halifax is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Halifax is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Halifax?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Godley Bridge via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Halifax?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Halifax via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Halifax?

The distance between Stranraer and Halifax is 335 miles. The road distance is 208.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Halifax without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Stranraer to Halifax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Halifax bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Halifax train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Halifax?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Halifax is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Stranraer to Halifax bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Halifax train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Halifax is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Stranraer to Halifax.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Halifax by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
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 Prestontrain
4. Take the train from Preston to Halifaxtrain
7h 5m
£118–229
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
10h 5m
£37–66
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 Keighleytrain
8h 43m
Drive 207.4 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Halifaxcar 207.4 mi
4h 5m
£51–73
Bus, train via Preston
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 Prestontrain
4. Take the train from Preston to Halifaxtrain
7h 6m

Stranraer to Halifax by train

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Distance: 332.9 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Halifax via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Godley Bridge via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 10h 5m.

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