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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Manchester is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Manchester?

The distance between Stranraer and Manchester is 321 miles. The road distance is 220.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Stranraer to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Manchester is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Stranraer to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Manchester is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Stranraer to Manchester.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Manchester 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 Lancastertrain
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 23m
£119–214
Drive 218.9 mi
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1. Drive from Stranraer to Manchestercar 218.9 mi
3h 55m
£54–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 35m
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 Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 36m
Bus, train via Manchester Central Coach Station
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 Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
8h 5m

Stranraer to Manchester by train

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Distance: 319.6 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Manchester Oxford Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Shudehill Interchange via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 35m.

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