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 8h 30m.

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 Preston, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

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 Northern Trains Limited, 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 56m and costs £110 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 30m.

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 Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston 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?

Book your Leeds to Stranraer train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 211+ 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 Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
7h 56m
£112–243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
8h 30m

Leeds to Stranraer by train

35Weekly Trains

7h 56mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Leeds to Stranraer.

Launch map view

Distance: 222.4 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a train from Leeds to Stranraer via Preston, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Stranraer Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 8h 30m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.