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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Manchester to Stranraer

Cheapest
3 h 54 min
Car
357 km.
from $19
Other
6 h 50 min
Train, Bus
240 km.
from $112.83
8 h 35 min
240 km.
from $77.65
7 h 9 min
240 km.
from $241.74
8 h 11 min
Bus, Train
240 km.
from $69.10

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$48.10

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Dumfries station to Port
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$253.16

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.64–$45.57

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64
Train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$36.71
Train from Ayr to Stranraer
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$44.30

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$82.28
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$37.97
Train from Preston to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$49.37–$120.25

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stranraer is to bus which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Stranraer is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Stranraer via Preston, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Manchester to Stranraer?

The distance between Manchester and Stranraer is 373 km. The road distance is 357.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Stranraer without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 50m and costs $54.35 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Manchester to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stranraer bus from?

Manchester to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stranraer train from?

Manchester to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stranraer is to train which takes 7h 9m and costs $81.52 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Manchester to Stranraer bus arrive?

Manchester to Stranraer bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Manchester to Stranraer train arrive?

Manchester to Stranraer train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stranraer is 357 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Manchester to Stranraer.

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

Book your Manchester to Stranraer train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 163+ hotels available in Stranraer. Prices start at $61.32 per night.
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