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How to get fromStranraer to Penrithby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain train
    2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain train
    3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    4h 28m
    £81–154

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus bus 923
    2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Penrithbus bus Ukn31
    6h 10m
    £27–50

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus bus 500
    2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
    4h 53m

  4. Drive 119.2 mi

    1. Drive from Stranraer to Penrithcar car 119.2 mi
    2h 15m
    £29–42

Stranraer to Penrith by train

Calendar35Weekly Trains
Duration4h 28mAverage Duration
Ticket£81Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 217.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Penrith North Lakes via Ayr and Glasgow Central in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Penrith via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow in around 6h 10m.

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