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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Stranraer is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Stranraer is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Stranraer?

The distance between Wakefield and Stranraer is 386 miles. The road distance is 220 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Wakefield to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Stranraer train from?

Wakefield to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Stranraer train arrive?

Wakefield to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Stranraer is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Wakefield to Stranraer.

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

Book your Wakefield to Stranraer train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 185+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Wakefield to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Stranraer 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 Wakefield Westgate to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
8h 11m
£64–128
Drive 218.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Stranraercar 218.7 mi
4h 20m
£53–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Carlislebus
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
9h 20m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain
3. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Port Rodiebus 500
8h 50m
Bus, train via Lockerbie
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain
3. Take the bus from Whitesands to Port Rodiebus 500
9h 45m

Wakefield to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

8h 11mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wakefield to Stranraer.

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Distance: 383.4 mi
Duration: 8h 11m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 8h 11m.

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