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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Stranraer is to bus which costs £24 - £70 and takes 9h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Stranraer is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Burnley and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Burnley to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from St James Street and arriving at Port Rodie via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Stranraer via Preston, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Burnley to Stranraer?

The distance between Burnley and Stranraer is 314 miles. The road distance is 195.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Burnley to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Stranraer bus from?

Burnley to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Stranraer train from?

Burnley to Stranraer train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Burnley to Stranraer is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £70 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Burnley to Stranraer bus arrive?

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

Where does the Burnley to Stranraer train arrive?

Burnley to Stranraer train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Stranraer is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Burnley to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 195+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Burnley 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
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 52m
£47–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk030
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
9h 28m
£24–67
Drive 194.7 mi
1. Drive from Burnley to Stranraer194.7 mi
3h 40m
£49–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
7h 29m
£39–144
Bus via Meikle Earnock
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Bus Station181
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
10h 43m

Burnley to Stranraer by train

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6h 52mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 312.3 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Stranraer via Preston, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St James Street to Port Rodie via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 28m.

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