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

The cheapest way to get from Maynooth to Stranraer is to train and car ferry which costs £45 - £200 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Maynooth to Stranraer is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 35m and costs £55 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Maynooth and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Maynooth to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Maynooth University and arriving at Port Rodie via Custom House, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Ayr Bus Station and Elder Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

How far is it from Maynooth to Stranraer?

The distance between Maynooth and Stranraer is 163 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maynooth to Stranraer without a car is to train and ferry which takes 8h 35m and costs £60 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Maynooth to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maynooth to Stranraer bus from?

Maynooth to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Custom House station.

Where does the Maynooth to Stranraer bus arrive?

Maynooth to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Grand Central Station Durham Street.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 195+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Maynooth to Stranraer by car, car ferry, train, ferry, 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
best
1. Drive from Maynooth to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
4h 35m
£58–201
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
9h
£48–191
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Belfast Grand CentralIc / ...
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Larne Harbour0
3. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryan
8h 35m
£63–274
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Dublin Busaras Bus Station to Grand Central Bus Stand 1X1
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
9h 44m
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Custom House to Grand Central Station Durham Street785
2. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayr923
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Elder Avenue60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Port Rodie358 / ...
13h 5m

Maynooth to Stranraer by train, foot, bus, and car ferry

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9hAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.8 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

There is no direct connection from Maynooth 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 Maynooth to Stranraer via Dublin Connolly, Belfast Grand Central, Larne Harbour, Larne, and Cairnryan in around 8h 35m.

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