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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Banbridge is to car ferry and drive which costs £35 - £180 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Banbridge is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Banbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Banbridge. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and arriving at Church Square via Cairnryan Stena Terminal and Grand Central Bus Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Banbridge?

The distance between Stranraer and Banbridge is 84 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Banbridge without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 5h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Stranraer to Banbridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Banbridge bus from?

Stranraer to Banbridge bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Stranraer to Banbridge bus arrive?

Stranraer to Banbridge bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Banbridge?

There are 269+ hotels available in Banbridge.

Stranraer to Banbridge - 3 ways to travel via car ferry, car, and bus and ferry

There are 3 ways to get from Stranraer to Banbridge by car ferry, car, busferry, or bus

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Banbridge
3h
£39–174
Bus and ferry
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
5h 25m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Great Northern Mall to Kenlis Street538
6h 30m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 83.4 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Banbridge, Armagh City Banbridge and Craigavon, Northern Ireland?

Translink operates a vehicle from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre 3 times a day, and the journey takes 3h.

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