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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Manchester is to bus which costs £29 - £60 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Manchester?

The distance between Stranraer and Manchester is 322 miles. The road distance is 220.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Stranraer to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Manchester is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Stranraer to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Manchester is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Stranraer to Manchester.

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

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Stranraer to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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

Train
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 Lancaster
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Oxford Road
6h 16m
£50–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUkn30 / ...
6h 52m
£30–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
6h 17m
Drive 218.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Manchester218.9 mi
3h 53m
£54–77
Bus, train via Carlisle
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station590 / ...
8h 4m

Stranraer to Manchester by train

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Distance: 319.8 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Manchester Oxford Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Shudehill Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 52m.

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