What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to North Shields is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to North Shields is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Nile Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at North Shields via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Stranraer to North Shields?

The distance between Stranraer and North Shields is 277 miles. The road distance is 163.6 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to North Shields without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs £90 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to North Shields?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Stranraer to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to North Shields bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to North Shields train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to North Shields?

The best way to get from Stranraer to North Shields is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs £90 - £220. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Stranraer to North Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to North Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to North Shields is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Stranraer to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 2026+ hotels available in North Shields.

Stranraer to North Shields - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 301 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to North Shields 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 Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 33m
£93–220
Drive 162.7 mi
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1. Drive from Stranraer to North Shieldscar 162.7 mi
3h 6m
£40–58
Bus, train, line 301 bus
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 Metrocentretrain
4. Take the bus from Interchange to Albion Road - Upper Camden Streetbus 301
7h 46m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
8h 43m

Stranraer to North Shields by train, foot, and subway

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6h 33mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.9 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and North Shields, England?

You can take a train from Stranraer to North Shields via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Monument in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Nile Street via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Monument Market Street in around 8h 43m.

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