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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 13h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 6h 31m and costs £60 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Cardiff Central via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Cardiff?

The distance between Stranraer and Cardiff is 481 miles. The road distance is 378.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Cardiff without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 9h 51m and costs £75 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 9h 51m to get from Stranraer to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Cardiff is to train via Ayr which takes 9h 51m and costs £75 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Stranraer to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Cardiff is 378 miles. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Stranraer to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 11 ways to get from Stranraer to Cardiff by train, bus, car, plane, or car ferry

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

Train via Ayr
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 Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
9h 51m
£76–300
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GD
15h 8m
£41–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
13h 35m
£42–60
Drive 376.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Cardiff376.2 mi
7h 12m
£95–137
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol 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 Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 31m
£61–153
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
9h 55m
£66–289
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 Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
4. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
5. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 38m
£64–164
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
4. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
7h 50m
£95–250
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 Cardiff Central
7h 59m
£81–222
Car ferry to George Best Belfast City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)BHD - CWL
9h
£89–383
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
4. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
5. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
9h 1m
£86–233

Stranraer to Cardiff by train

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9h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 478.1 mi
Duration: 9h 51m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Cardiff Central via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 9h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station in around 13h 35m.

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