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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Workington is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Workington is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Workington?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Workington. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal and arriving at Washington Hotel via Dumfries station, Crown Inn, Market Hall and Trinity Baptist church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Workington?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Workington. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Workington via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Workington?

The distance between Stranraer and Workington is 143 miles. The road distance is 132.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Workington without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Stranraer to Workington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Workington bus from?

Stranraer to Workington bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Workington train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Workington?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Workington is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Stranraer to Workington bus arrive?

Stranraer to Workington bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Dumfries station.

Where does the Stranraer to Workington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Workington?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Workington is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Stranraer to Workington.

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

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Where can I stay near Workington?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Workington by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain
5h 22m
Drive 132.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stranraer to Workingtoncar 132.2 mi
2h 33m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain
5h 33m
£40–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the bus from Crown Inn to Market Hallbus 382
3. Take the bus from Market Hall to Trinity Baptist churchbus 300
6h 57m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Workington.

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Distance: 142.4 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Workington via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Carlisle in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Washington Hotel via Dumfries station, Crown Inn, Market Hall, and Trinity Baptist church in around 6h 57m.

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