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 £50 - £110 and takes 12h 49m.

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 29m and costs £60 - £140.

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 Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 49m.

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 47m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Cardiff?

The distance between Stranraer and Cardiff is 390 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 bus and train which takes 9h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 39m 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 bus which takes 12h 49m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £210 and takes 9h 47m.

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 - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Stranraer to Cardiff by bus, train, car, plane, or car ferry

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
9h 39m
Bus
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 Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
12h 49m
£53–107
Drive 376.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Cardiff376.2 mi
7h 12m
£92–133
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 29m
£64–138
Train
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 47m
£76–209
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Parkway
4. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
11h 17m
Bus, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 32m
£56–147
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 58m
£84–211
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
8h 47m
£92–257
Bus, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
8h 56m
£76–215

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS) flights

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Distance: 387.9 mi
Duration: 9h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Port Rodie to Sophia Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 12h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Cardiff Central via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Crewe in around 9h 47m.

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