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

The cheapest way to get from Dundalk to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundalk to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dundalk and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundalk to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Dundalk and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Belfast, Europa Buscentre and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Dundalk to Stranraer?

The distance between Dundalk and Stranraer is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundalk to Stranraer without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 6h 10m and costs £55 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Dundalk to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundalk to Stranraer bus from?

Dundalk to Stranraer bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Dundalk station.

Where does the Dundalk to Stranraer bus arrive?

Dundalk to Stranraer bus services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Belfast Grand Central station.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Dundalk to Stranraer by car, car ferry, train, 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
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1. Drive from Dundalk to Belfastcar
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
3h 37m
£49–63
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Dundalk to Belfast Great Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Harbourtrain
3. Take the car ferry from Larne to Cairnryancarferry
6h 10m
£55–261
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Dundalk to Belfast Grand Centralbus 130 / ...
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayrbusferry 923
3. Take the bus from Ayr to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
10h 8m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dundalk to Stranraer.

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Distance: 111.1 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

There is no direct connection from Dundalk 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 Dundalk to Stranraer via Belfast Great Central, Larne Harbour, Larne, and Cairnryan in around 6h 10m.

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