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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Stranraer is to drive which costs £75 - £120 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Stranraer is to drive which takes 5h 35m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Stranraer via Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Stranraer?

The distance between Holyhead and Stranraer is 331 miles. The road distance is 320.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Stranraer without a car is to train and bus via Carlisle which takes 9h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Holyhead to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Stranraer train from?

Holyhead to Stranraer train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Stranraer train arrive?

Holyhead to Stranraer train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Stranraer is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Holyhead to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead 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, bus via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
4. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
9h 8m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
9h 11m
£68–211
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Newton-le-Willowstrain
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
12h
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain
2. Take the car ferry from Liverpool to Belfastcarferry
3. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
16h 12m
£93–141
Drive 318.8 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Stranraercar 318.8 mi
5h 35m
£78–112

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 329 mi
Duration: 9h 8m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Stranraer, Scotland?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Stranraer via Warrington Bank Quay, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 9h 11m.

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