What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Whitley Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Whitley Bay is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Whitley Bay?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Whitley Bay is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Whitley Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Whitley Bay. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Whitley Bay via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Whitley Bay?

The distance between Stranraer and Whitley Bay is 181 miles. The road distance is 165.2 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Whitley Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Whitley Bay without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 18m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Whitley Bay?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Stranraer to Whitley Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Whitley Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Whitley Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Whitley Bay?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Whitley Bay is to Bus which takes 8h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £220 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Stranraer to Whitley Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Whitley Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Whitley Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Whitley Bay is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Stranraer to Whitley Bay.

Where can I stay near Whitley Bay?

There are 2009+ hotels available in Whitley Bay.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Whitley Bay 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 Newcastletrain
6h 18m
Drive 164.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stranraer to Whitley Baycar 164.2 mi
3h 8m
£40–58
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 39m
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 Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 32m
£93–220

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Distance: 180 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Whitley Bay, England?

You can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Hillheads Road-Railway Inn via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 8h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Whitley Bay via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Edinburgh Waverley, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 32m.

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