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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stranraer is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 13h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stranraer is to drive which takes 7h 13m and costs £90 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stranraer via Crewe, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stranraer?

The distance between Cardiff and Stranraer is 481 miles. The road distance is 378.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 10h 19m and costs £75 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 10h 19m to get from Cardiff to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stranraer bus from?

Cardiff to Stranraer bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stranraer is to train which takes 10h 19m and costs £75 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 13h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stranraer bus arrive?

Cardiff to Stranraer bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Stranraer train arrive?

Cardiff to Stranraer train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stranraer is 378 miles. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Cardiff to Stranraer - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Stranraer by train, bus, car ferry, 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
10h 19m
£79–246
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
15h 27m
£39–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Buchanan Bus StationM19
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
13h 40m
£41–59
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chester
2. Take the car ferry from Liverpool to Belfast
3. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
17h 16m
£122–356
Drive 376.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stranraer376.1 mi
7h 13m
£94–136
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 25m
£73–158
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - 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
8h 30m
£70–171
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
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
8h 17m
£89–221
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 40m
£94–238

Cardiff to Stranraer by train

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10h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 478 mi
Duration: 10h 19m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Stranraer via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 10h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h 40m.

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