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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Welshpool is to bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 12h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Welshpool is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station, Church Centre and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Welshpool via Glasgow Central, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Welshpool?

The distance between Stranraer and Welshpool is 304 miles. The road distance is 282.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Welshpool without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Stranraer to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Welshpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Welshpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Welshpool is to train which takes 9h 22m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 12h 32m.

Where does the Stranraer to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Welshpool train arrive?

Stranraer to Welshpool train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Welshpool is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Stranraer to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 529+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Stranraer to Welshpool - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Stranraer to Welshpool by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
9h 22m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
12h 32m
£48–89
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries station500
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
9h 55m
Drive 281.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Welshpool281.2 mi
4h 59m
£70–100
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpool
7h 48m
£72–159
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
9h 22m
£51–160
Bus, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
4. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpool
8h 40m
£65–158

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX) flights

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2h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Welshpool.

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Distance: 302 mi
Duration: 9h 22m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Welshpool, Wales?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Welshpool via Glasgow Central, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 9h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Church Centre, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 12h 32m.

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