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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Ashington is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 18m.

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 18m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Stranraer to Ashington?

The distance between Stranraer and Ashington is 260 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 5h 30m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Stranraer to Ashington, including transfers.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Ashington?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Ashington is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 45m.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Ashington?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Ashington is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Stranraer to Ashington.

Where can I stay near Ashington?

There are 1817+ hotels available in Ashington.

Stranraer to Ashington - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 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 Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Morpethtrain
5h 30m
£60–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
8h 45m
£39–67
Bus, train via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Morpethtrain
5h 58m
Drive 164.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Ashingtoncar 164.1 mi
3h 18m
£41–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
6h 30m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Ashington.

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Distance: 258.9 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Ashington via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Morpeth in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Ashington via Buchanan Bus Station, John Dobson Street, Haymarket Bus Station Stand M, and Waterloo Road Club in around 8h 45m.

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