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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Silloth is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Silloth is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

How far is it from Stranraer to Silloth?

The distance between Stranraer and Silloth is 187 miles. The road distance is 122.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Silloth without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 2m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Stranraer to Silloth, including transfers.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Silloth?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Silloth is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Stranraer to Silloth.

Where can I stay near Silloth?

There are 515+ hotels available in Silloth.

Stranraer to Silloth - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and line 43 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Silloth by train, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Annan
3. Take the taxi from Annan to Silloth
5h 2m
£117–185
Drive 121.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stranraer to Silloth121.6 mi
2h 25m
£31–44
Bus, line 43 bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Well Road43 / ...
3. Take the train from Auchinleck to Annan
4. Take the taxi from Annan to Silloth
5h 48m
£109–160
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to WhitesandsX74
3. Drive from Carsethorn Hotel to Silloth
8h 2m
£42–60

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 185.4 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Silloth. However, you can take the train to Kilmarnock, take the train to Annan, then take the taxi to Silloth. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Ayr Bus Station, take the line 43 bus to Well Road, walk to Auchinleck, take the train to Annan, then take the taxi to Silloth.

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