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How to get fromStranraer to Cumbriaby train, bus or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain train
    2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain train
    3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    5h 40m
    £51–196

  2. Drive 127.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Stranraer to Cumbriacar car 127.7 mi
    2h 23m
    £32–46

  3. Bus, train via Carlisle

    1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus bus 500
    2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain train Dumfries - Carlisle / ...
    5h 47m

  4. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus bus 500
    2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Penrith North Lakestrain train Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
    5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Pooley Bridge Inn via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 5h 40m.

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