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

The cheapest way to get from Downpatrick to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which costs £35 - £180 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Downpatrick to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Downpatrick and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Downpatrick to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Port Rodie via Upper Queen Street, Belfast Stena Line Terminus and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Downpatrick to Stranraer?

The distance between Downpatrick and Stranraer is 81 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downpatrick to Stranraer without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 9h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Downpatrick to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downpatrick to Stranraer bus from?

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

Where does the Downpatrick to Stranraer bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 193+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Downpatrick to Stranraer - 2 ways to travel via car, and car ferry

There are 2 ways to get from Downpatrick to Stranraer by car, car ferry, busferry, or bus

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

Drive, car ferry
best
1. Drive from Downpatrick to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
3h 15m
£37–172
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 48m

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Distance: 80.9 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

There is no direct connection from Downpatrick to Stranraer. However, you can drive to Belfast, take the car ferry to Cairnryan, then drive to Stranraer. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Port Rodie via Bedford Street, Upper Queen Street, Stena Line terminus, Belfast Stena Line Terminus, Ayr, and Ayr Bus Station in around 9h 48m.

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