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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Bath is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 13h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Bath is to train and fly which takes 5h 44m and costs £65 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Bath station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Bath?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Bath. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Bath Spa via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Preston, Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Bath?

The distance between Stranraer and Bath is 433 miles. The road distance is 384 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bath without a car is to train via Preston which takes 10h 24m and costs £80 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Stranraer to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Bath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Bath train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Bath?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Bath is to train via Preston which takes 10h 24m and costs £80 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 12h 22m.

Where does the Stranraer to Bath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Bath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Bath is 384 miles. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Stranraer to Bath.

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

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Where can I stay near Bath?

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Stranraer to Bath - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Stranraer to Bath by train, plane, 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, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
best
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 Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
5h 44m
£67–147
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
12h 22m
£37–81
Train via Preston
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 Preston
4. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Street
5. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meads
10h 24m
£82–282
Drive 381.8 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Bath381.8 mi
6h 38m
£96–138
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
4. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
7h 5m
£64–155
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)GLA - LHR
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spa
7h 8m
£138–442
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
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 New Street to Bristol Temple Meads
7h 27m
£91–229
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Southampton Airport
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 Southampton Airport (SOU)GLA - SOU
4. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bath Spa
7h 31m
£96–301
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, bus
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 Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
4. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Paddington Station
5. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spa
7h 54m
£101–312
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Temple MeadsGlasgow Central - Plymouth
11h 42m
£142–291
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to UWE East GateM19
13h 59m
£40–55

Stranraer to Bath by train

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10h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 430.5 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Bath Spa via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Preston, Birmingham New Street, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 10h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 12h 22m.

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