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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Dundalk is to car ferry and drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Dundalk is to car ferry and drive which takes 3h 27m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Dundalk?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Dundalk. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and arriving at Dundalk via Cairnryan Stena Terminal and Belfast Grand Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Dundalk?

The distance between Stranraer and Dundalk is 178 km.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dundalk without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 5h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Stranraer to Dundalk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dundalk bus from?

Stranraer to Dundalk bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Stranraer to Dundalk bus arrive?

Stranraer to Dundalk bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Dundalk?

There are 247+ hotels available in Dundalk.

Stranraer to Dundalk - 3 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Stranraer to Dundalk by car ferry, car, busferry, train, or bus

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

Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Drive from Belfast to Dundalkcar
3h 27m
€52–76
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Dundalktrain Belfast Great Central - Dublin Connolly
5h 58m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalkbus 105 / ...
6h 28m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Dundalk.

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Distance: 177.5 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Dundalk, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Dundalk. However, you can drive to Cairnryan, take the car ferry to Belfast, then drive to Dundalk. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dundalk via Stena Terminal, Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, and Belfast Great Central in around 5h 58m.

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