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

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Stranraer is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Stranraer is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Stranraer via Leeds, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Stranraer?

The distance between Barnsley and Stranraer is 246 miles. The road distance is 230.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnsley to Stranraer without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Barnsley to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Stranraer train from?

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

Where does the Barnsley to Stranraer train arrive?

Barnsley to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Stranraer is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Barnsley to Stranraer.

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

Book your Barnsley to Stranraer train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
8h 10m
Drive 228.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Stranraercar 228.8 mi
4h 32m
£56–81
Bus, train via Leeds City Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
10h 31m
Train
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
5. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
9h 33m
£139–401
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Carlislebus
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain
3. Take the bus from Whitesands to Port Rodiebus 500
10h 41m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnsley to Stranraer.

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Distance: 244.1 mi
Duration: 8h 10m

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

You can take a train from Barnsley to Stranraer via Leeds, Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 9h 33m.

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