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

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Stranraer is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Stranraer is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Piccadilly Gardens, Shudehill Interchange and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Stranraer via Deansgate, Preston, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Altrincham to Stranraer?

The distance between Altrincham and Stranraer is 329 miles. The road distance is 224.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Altrincham to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 7h 46m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Altrincham to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Stranraer bus from?

Altrincham to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Stranraer train from?

Altrincham to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Deansgate station.

Train or bus from Altrincham to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Altrincham to Stranraer is to train which takes 7h 46m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Altrincham to Stranraer bus arrive?

Altrincham to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Altrincham to Stranraer train arrive?

Altrincham to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Stranraer is 225 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Altrincham to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Altrincham to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Altrincham to Stranraer by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 46m
£46–162
Train, bus via Warrington Bank Quay Station
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 52m
Drive 223.5 mi
1. Drive from Altrincham to Stranraercar 223.5 mi
3h 56m
£54–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
8h 10m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
9h 42m

Altrincham to Stranraer by tram and train

35Weekly Services

7h 46mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Altrincham to Stranraer.

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Distance: 326.7 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

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

You can take a vehicle from Altrincham to Stranraer via Deansgate-Castlefield, Deansgate, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 7h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Altrincham Interchange to Stranraer Port Rodie via Piccadilly Gardens, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 9h 42m.

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