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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Southport is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Southport is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Southport?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Southport. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Duke Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Southport. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Southport via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Southport?

The distance between Stranraer and Southport is 218 miles. The road distance is 206.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Southport without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Stranraer to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Southport bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Southport train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Southport?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Southport is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Stranraer to Southport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Southport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Southport is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Stranraer to Southport.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Stranraer to Southport?

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Where can I stay near Southport?

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Stranraer to Southport - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
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
6h 20m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 24m
£41–119
Train
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 Wigan North Westerntrain
6h 35m
£120–224
Drive 205.7 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Southportcar 205.7 mi
3h 50m
£51–73

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Distance: 216.9 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Southport via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Duke Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 8h 24m.

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