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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Stranraer is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Stranraer is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus Station and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Leeds to Stranraer?

The distance between Leeds and Stranraer is 224 miles. The road distance is 213.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Stranraer without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Leeds to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Stranraer bus from?

Leeds to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Stranraer train from?

Leeds to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Leeds to Stranraer is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs £130 - £390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Leeds to Stranraer bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Stranraer train arrive?

Leeds to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Stranraer is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Leeds to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Leeds 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 38m
Drive 212.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leeds to Stranraercar 212.2 mi
4h 11m
£52–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Carlislebus
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
7h 41m
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 48m
£138–384
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
10h 25m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Leeds to Stranraer.

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Distance: 222.5 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a train from Leeds to Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stranraer Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 10h 25m.

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