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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Whitby is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Whitby is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Whitby station. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 8 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Whitby via Ayr, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Whitby?

The distance between Stranraer and Whitby is 355 miles. The road distance is 216.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Whitby without a car is to train which takes 8h 56m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Stranraer to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Whitby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Whitby train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Whitby?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Whitby is to train which takes 8h 56m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 4m.

Where does the Stranraer to Whitby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Whitby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Whitby is 216 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Stranraer to Whitby.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1875+ hotels available in Whitby.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Whitby 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 Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington
5. Take the train from Darlington to Whitby
8h 56m
£74–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11Ukn10
11h 4m
£31–54
Bus, train
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 Middlesbrough
10h 4m
Drive 214.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Whitby214.9 mi
4h 18m
£53–76

Stranraer to Whitby by train and foot

1Weekly Services

8h 56mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Whitby.

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Distance: 353 mi
Duration: 8h 56m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Whitby via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Darlington in around 8h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stand 11, Bus Station Stand 8, and Market Place in around 11h 4m.

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