What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand is to car ferry and drive which costs €90 - €270 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand is to car ferry and drive which takes 5h 54m and costs €90 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Rosslare Strand?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and arriving at Rosslare Strand via Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Grand Central Station Durham Street, Dublin Airport Zone 14 and Wexford O'Hanrahan Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand?

The distance between Stranraer and Rosslare Strand is 415 km.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand without a car is to bus and ferry and bus which takes 10h 50m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand?

It takes approximately 10h 50m to get from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Rosslare Strand bus from?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Rosslare Strand bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Rosslare Strand?

There are 195+ hotels available in Rosslare Strand.

Stranraer to Rosslare Strand - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus and ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand by busferry, bus, train, car ferry, 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.

Bus and ferry, bus
best
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
3. Take the bus from Dublin Airport Zone 14 to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station740
10h 50m
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Drive from Belfast to Rosslare Strand
5h 54m
€92–268
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
3. Take the train from Dublin Connolly to Rosslare StrandIc / ...
11h 7m
Bus and ferry, bus via Dublin
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Grand Central Bus Stand 11 to Dublin Busaras Bus StationX1
3. Take the bus from George's Quay to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station740
11h 54m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 415 km
Duration: 10h 50m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Rosslare Strand, Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Rosslare Strand. However, you can take the line 360 bus to Stena Terminal, walk to Cairnryan Stena Terminal, take the vehicle to Belfast, Europa Buscentre, walk to Grand Central Station Durham Street, take the bus to Dublin Airport Zone 14, take the bus to Wexford O'Hanrahan Station, then take the line 387 bus to Rosslare Strand. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Rosslare Strand via Stena Terminal, Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Belfast Grand Central, and Dublin Connolly in around 11h 7m.

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