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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £45 - £95 and takes 15h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 6h 12m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Church Centre and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Aberystwyth via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Stranraer and Aberystwyth is 456 miles. The road distance is 328 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 10h 45m and costs £70 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 10h 45m to get from Stranraer to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Aberystwyth bus from?

Stranraer to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Aberystwyth train from?

Stranraer to Aberystwyth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Aberystwyth is to train via Ayr which takes 10h 45m and costs £70 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 15h 44m.

Where does the Stranraer to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Stranraer to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stranraer to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Stranraer to Aberystwyth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Aberystwyth is 328 miles. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Stranraer to Aberystwyth.

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

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Stranraer to Aberystwyth - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Stranraer to Aberystwyth by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Ayr
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
5. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
10h 45m
£73–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
15h 44m
£50–93
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Street
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
4. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
14h 26m
Drive 326.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Aberystwyth326.1 mi
6h 12m
£82–118
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
9h 17m
£77–201
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
10h 50m
£70–221
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
4. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
5. Take the train from Birmingham International to Aberystwyth
10h 19m
£80–207

Stranraer to Aberystwyth by train

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Distance: 453.3 mi
Duration: 10h 45m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Aberystwyth via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 10h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Church Centre, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 15h 44m.

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