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

The cheapest way to get from Carrickfergus to Stranraer is to car ferry which costs £30 - £170 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrickfergus to Stranraer is to car ferry which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Carrickfergus and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrickfergus to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Joymount and arriving at Port Rodie via Upper Queen Street, Belfast Stena Line Terminus and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Carrickfergus to Stranraer?

The distance between Carrickfergus and Stranraer is 66 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carrickfergus to Stranraer without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 9h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Carrickfergus to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrickfergus to Stranraer bus from?

Carrickfergus to Stranraer bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Stena Line Terminus station.

Where does the Carrickfergus to Stranraer bus arrive?

Carrickfergus to Stranraer bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 193+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Carrickfergus to Stranraer - 3 ways to travel via car ferry, and bus and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Carrickfergus to Stranraer by car ferry, busferry, bus, or ferry

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

Car ferry
best
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2h 52m
£34–167
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast Stena Line Terminus to Ayr923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Port Rodie923
9h 39m
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
3h 39m
£47–248

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 65.1 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland and Stranraer, Scotland?

Stena Line operates a car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–160 and the journey takes 2h 22m.

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.