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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Stranraer is to bus which costs £45 - £65 and takes 9h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Stranraer is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Mason Street and arriving at Port Rodie via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Stranraer via Crewe, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Stranraer?

The distance between Runcorn and Stranraer is 365 miles. The road distance is 224.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs £45 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Runcorn to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Stranraer bus from?

Runcorn to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Stranraer train from?

Runcorn to Stranraer train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Runcorn to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Stranraer is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs £45 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Runcorn to Stranraer bus arrive?

Runcorn to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Runcorn to Stranraer train arrive?

Runcorn to Stranraer train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Stranraer is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Runcorn to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 193+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Runcorn 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
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 11m
£48–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
9h 31m
£46–65
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Liverpool to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
14h 4m
£73–269
Drive 223.1 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Stranraer223.1 mi
3h 57m
£56–81
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Glasgow CentralLiverpool Lime Street - Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
9h 35m

Runcorn to Stranraer by train

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8h 11mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 362.4 mi
Duration: 8h 11m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Stranraer via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 8h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mason Street to Port Rodie via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 31m.

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