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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Birkenhead is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Birkenhead?

The distance between Stranraer and Birkenhead is 326 miles. The road distance is 221.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Stranraer to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Birkenhead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Birkenhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Birkenhead is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Stranraer to Birkenhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Birkenhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Birkenhead is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Stranraer to Birkenhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

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Stranraer to Birkenhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Birkenhead by train, bus, car ferry, or car

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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 Central to Wigan North Western
6h 40m
£51–121
Bus
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 Liverpool, Liverpool One
9h 49m
£34–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Liverpool Lime StreetGlasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
6h 54m
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
12h 31m
£67–118
Drive 220.1 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Birkenhead220.1 mi
4h 15m
£54–78

Stranraer to Birkenhead by train

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6h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 324.2 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Liverpool Lime Street via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Wigan North Western in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Liverpool via Stena Terminal, Cairnryan, and Belfast in around 12h 31m.

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