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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Stranraer is to bus via Newhall St which costs £30 - £60 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Stranraer is to drive which takes 5h 15m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Birmingham Coach Station and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Stranraer via Birmingham New Street, Preston, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Solihull to Stranraer?

The distance between Solihull and Stranraer is 401 miles. The road distance is 303.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 9h 19m and costs £55 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Solihull to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Stranraer bus from?

Solihull to Stranraer bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Stranraer train from?

Solihull to Stranraer train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Solihull to Stranraer is to train which takes 9h 19m and costs £55 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 50m.

Where does the Solihull to Stranraer bus arrive?

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

Where does the Solihull to Stranraer train arrive?

Solihull to Stranraer train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Stranraer is 303 miles. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Solihull to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Solihull to Stranraer - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Solihull to Stranraer by train, bus, car, plane, or car ferry

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 Birmingham New Street to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 19m
£57–236
Bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
13h
£34–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Buchanan Bus Station590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
12h 50m
Drive 301.5 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Stranraer301.5 mi
5h 15m
£75–108
Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 33m
£56–126
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfries
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodie500
9h 41m
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 18m
£59–138
Fly to Belfast International Airport, car ferry
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)BHX - BFS
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
8h 50m
£72–291
Fly to George Best Belfast City Airport, car ferry
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)BHX - BHD
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
8h 47m
£72–342

Solihull to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

9h 19mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 399.1 mi
Duration: 9h 19m

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

You can take a train from Solihull to Stranraer via Birmingham Moor Street, Birmingham New Street, Preston, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 9h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Stranraer Port Rodie via Birmingham Coach Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 12h 50m.

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