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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Hartlepool is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 9h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Hartlepool is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at York Road - Central Library via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stand 20. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Hartlepool?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Hartlepool. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Hartlepool via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Hartlepool?

The distance between Stranraer and Hartlepool is 291 miles. The road distance is 182.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Hartlepool without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 7h 18m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Stranraer to Hartlepool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Hartlepool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Hartlepool train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Hartlepool?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Hartlepool is to train via Glasgow which takes 7h 18m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Stranraer to Hartlepool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Hartlepool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Hartlepool?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Hartlepool is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Stranraer to Hartlepool.

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

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Stranraer to Hartlepool - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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Train via Glasgow
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 Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Hartlepool
7h 18m
£50–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11Ukn10
9h 37m
£28–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station180 / ...
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Hartlepool
8h 58m
Drive 181.8 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Hartlepool181.8 mi
3h 35m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Hartlepool
7h 44m
£71–111

Stranraer to Hartlepool by train

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7h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.7 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Hartlepool via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Carlisle in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to York Road - Central Library via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 11, and Bus Station Stand 20 in around 9h 37m.

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