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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Thirsk is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Thirsk is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Market Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Thirsk?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Thirsk. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Thirsk via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Thirsk?

The distance between Stranraer and Thirsk is 371 miles. The road distance is 195.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Thirsk without a car is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £120 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Stranraer to Thirsk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Thirsk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Thirsk train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Thirsk?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Thirsk is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £120 - £300. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs and takes 11h 49m.

Where does the Stranraer to Thirsk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Thirsk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Thirsk?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Thirsk is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Stranraer to Thirsk.

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

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Where can I stay near Thirsk?

There are 1030+ hotels available in Thirsk.

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There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Thirsk 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 Yorktrain
7h 32m
£128–295
Drive 194.3 mi
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1. Drive from Stranraer to Thirskcar 194.3 mi
3h 33m
£48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
4. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 30X / ...
11h 49m
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 Middlesbroughtrain
4. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Thirsktrain
8h 52m

Stranraer to Thirsk by train

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Distance: 368.9 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Thirsk via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley, and York in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Market Place via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Rougier Street, and Station Avenue in around 11h 49m.

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