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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Ashington is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Ashington is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Ashington?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Fifth Avenue via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Ashington?

The distance between Stranraer and Ashington is 264 miles. The road distance is 165.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Ashington without a car is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Stranraer to Ashington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Ashington bus from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Ashington?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Ashington is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Stranraer to Ashington bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Ashington?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Ashington is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Stranraer to Ashington.

Where can I stay near Ashington?

There are 1816+ hotels available in Ashington.

Stranraer to Ashington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Ashington 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
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Morpeth
6h 42m
£55–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkn10 / ...
8h 55m
£25–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
7h 25m
Drive 164.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Ashington164.1 mi
3h 17m
£40–58

Stranraer to Ashington by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

6h 42mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Ashington.

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Distance: 262.9 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Ashington, Northumberland, England?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Fifth Avenue via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, Morpeth, Railway station, and Front Street West in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Fifth Avenue via Buchanan Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Haymarket Bus Station Stand P in around 8h 55m.

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