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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Liverpool is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Liverpool is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct ferry between Stranraer and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct ferry from Stranraer to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan and arriving at Liverpool via Belfast. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Liverpool?

The distance between Stranraer and Liverpool is 326 miles. The road distance is 219.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Stranraer to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Liverpool train from?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Liverpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Liverpool is 219 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Stranraer to Liverpool.

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

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Stranraer to Liverpool - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Wigan North Westerntrain
6h 37m
£118–223
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
2. Take the carferry from Belfast to Liverpoolcarferry
12h 38m
£51–135
Drive 217.8 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Liverpoolcar 217.8 mi
4h 12m
£54–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain
4. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 45m

Stranraer to Liverpool by train

35Weekly Trains

6h 37mAverage Duration

£118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 323.9 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Liverpool Lime Street via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Wigan North Western in around 6h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Liverpool via Ferry Terminal, Cairnryan, and Belfast in around 12h 38m.

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