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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Newcastle is to car ferry and drive which costs £35 - £250 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Newcastle is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £35 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Newcastle station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and arriving at Newcastle Bus Station via Cairnryan Stena Terminal and Grand Central Station Stand 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Newcastle?

The distance between Stranraer and Newcastle is 97 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Newcastle without a car is to car ferry and train and bus which takes 5h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Stranraer to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Newcastle bus from?

Stranraer to Newcastle bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Stranraer to Newcastle bus arrive?

Stranraer to Newcastle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

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Stranraer to Newcastle - 3 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Stranraer to Newcastle by car ferry, car, train, bus, or busferry

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Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Drive from Larne to Newcastlecar
3h 20m
£38–241
Car ferry, train, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Larnecarferry
2. Take the train from Larne Harbour to Belfast Lanyon Placetrain Re
3. Take the bus from Adelaide St. to Merrion Avenuebus 237 / ...
5h 36m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 21 to Newcastle Bus Stationbus 520 / ...
6h 20m

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Distance: 96.1 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Newcastle, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Newcastle. However, you can drive to Cairnryan, take the car ferry to Larne, then drive to Newcastle. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stranraer to Merrion Avenue via Cairnryan, Larne, Larne Harbour, Belfast Lanyon Place, and Adelaide St. in around 5h 36m.

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