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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Stranraer is to train and car ferry which costs £45 - £75 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 27m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Dublin and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Dublin to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Custom House Quay and arriving at Port Rodie via Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Dublin to Stranraer?

The distance between Dublin and Stranraer is 165 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Stranraer without a car is to train and ferry which takes 7h 11m and costs £60 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Dublin to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dublin to Stranraer bus from?

Dublin to Stranraer bus services, operated by Dublin Express, depart from Custom House Quay station.

Where does the Dublin to Stranraer bus arrive?

Dublin to Stranraer bus services, operated by Dublin Express, arrive at Glengall Street station.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 181+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Dublin to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, car, car ferry, ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Dublin to Stranraer by car, car ferry, train, ferry, bus, or busferry

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 Dublin to Belfastcar
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
4h 27m
£57–85
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain 1_Dn->Gc
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
7h 38m
£46–71
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Harbourtrain
3. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryanferry
7h 11m
£61–269
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 11bus X1
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
8h 19m
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Custom House Quay to Glengall Streetbus 785
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayrbusferry 923
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
11h 15m

Dublin to Stranraer by train, foot, bus, and car ferry

40Weekly Services

7h 38mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dublin to Stranraer.

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Distance: 163.9 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Stranraer, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Stranraer. However, you can drive to Belfast, take the car ferry to Cairnryan, then drive to Stranraer. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dublin Connolly to Stranraer via Belfast Great Central, Larne Harbour, Larne, and Cairnryan in around 7h 11m.

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