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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Stranraer is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Stranraer is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Stranraer via Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Chester to Stranraer?

The distance between Chester and Stranraer is 336 miles. The road distance is 240.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 7h 20m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Chester to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Stranraer train from?

Chester to Stranraer train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.

Where does the Chester to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Stranraer is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Chester to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 208+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Stranraer by train, bus, car ferry, 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 Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 20m
£125–228
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Liverpool to Belfastcarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
14h 40m
£43–148
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
9h 48m
Drive 239.5 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Stranraercar 239.5 mi
4h 16m
£59–85
Train, bus via Carlisle
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 21m

Chester to Stranraer by train

35Weekly Trains

7h 20mAverage Duration

£125Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Stranraer.

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Distance: 333.6 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Stranraer via Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chester to Port Rodie via Birkenhead Hamilton Square, Liverpool, Belfast, Cairnryan, and Stena Terminal in around 14h 40m.

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