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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Stranraer is to drive which costs £80 - £120 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Stranraer is to drive which takes 6h 12m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from North Parade and arriving at Port Rodie via Eldon Square 1, Corwen Car Park, Chester Bus Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Stranraer via Shrewsbury, Crewe, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Stranraer?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Stranraer is 456 miles. The road distance is 327.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 10h 53m and costs £60 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 10h 53m to get from Aberystwyth to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Stranraer bus from?

Aberystwyth to Stranraer bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from North Parade station.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Stranraer train from?

Aberystwyth to Stranraer train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Stranraer is to train which takes 10h 53m and costs £60 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 59m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Stranraer bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Stranraer bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Stranraer train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Stranraer train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Stranraer is 328 miles. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Aberystwyth to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Aberystwyth to Stranraer - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Stranraer by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
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1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
10h 53m
£61–248
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Corwen Car ParkT3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Railway StationT8
4. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station830
5. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
14h 59m
Drive 325.8 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Stranraer325.8 mi
6h 12m
£82–118
Train, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 26m
£81–192
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
5. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer
11h 32m
£73–240
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hood street1 / ...
4. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Glasgow Central
5. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
15h 18m
Train, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
10h 32m
£77–200

Aberystwyth to Stranraer by train

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10h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 453.3 mi
Duration: 10h 53m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Stranraer, Scotland?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Stranraer via Shrewsbury, Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 10h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Parade to Port Rodie via Eldon Square 1, Corwen Car Park, Railway Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 14h 59m.

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