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

The cheapest way to get from Heysham to Stranraer is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heysham to Stranraer is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Heysham and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Heysham to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Seymour Avenue and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Underpass and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Heysham to Stranraer?

The distance between Heysham and Stranraer is 278 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heysham to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £55 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Heysham to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heysham to Stranraer bus from?

Heysham to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Underpass station.

Train or bus from Heysham to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Heysham to Stranraer is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £55 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Heysham to Stranraer bus arrive?

Heysham to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Heysham to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Heysham to Stranraer is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Heysham to Stranraer.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Heysham to Stranraer by train, bus, 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 Lancaster to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
6h 37m
£58–235
Drive 171.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Heysham to Stranraercar 171.5 mi
3h 4m
£43–61
Train, bus via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
6h 49m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Lockerbietrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitesands to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 2m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Underpass to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
9h 2m

Heysham to Stranraer by bus, foot, and train

35Weekly Services

6h 37mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Heysham to Stranraer.

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Distance: 276.3 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Middleton Road to Stranraer via Bus Station, Lancaster, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seymour Avenue to Stranraer Port Rodie via Underpass, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 9h 2m.

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