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Stranraer to Manchester

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Seven ways to Travel from Stranraer to Manchester

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Cheapest
By car (357 km)
3 h 54 min
357 km.
from $19
Fastest
Plane from Stranraer (Isle of Man Airport) to Manchester (Liverpool John Lennon Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
3 h 54 min
357 km.
from $13.58
Train
6 h 20 min
240 km.
from $243.13
Bus
8 h 35 min
240 km.
from $107.20
Bus, Train (Bus)
8 h 8 min
240 km.
from $70.88
Bus, Train (Bus)
6 h 39 min
240 km.
from $95.88

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Glasgow to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$49.37

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Glasgow to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$69.62–$101.26

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Belfast City Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.24–$316.44

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Belfast City Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Lancaster
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$94.93–$240.50

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$40.50

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Carlisle to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Stranraer to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$51.90
Train from Ayr to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$32.91
Train from Dumfries to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$31.64

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Lancaster
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$45.57–$113.92
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$49.37
Train from Carlisle to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

Other operators

Stena Line

Phone:
+44 844 770 7070
Email:
Website:
stenaline.dk/
Other from Cairnryan to Belfast
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.15

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Manchester is to bus and train via Manchester, Coach Station which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Manchester?

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

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Ayr, Glasgow Central and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Manchester?

The distance between Stranraer and Manchester is 515 km. The road distance is 355.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $81.52 - $326.09 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Stranraer to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Manchester bus from?

Stranraer to Manchester bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Manchester is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $81.52 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs $46.74 - $130.43 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Stranraer to Manchester bus arrive?

Stranraer to Manchester bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Stranraer to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Manchester is 356 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Stranraer to Manchester.

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

Book your Stranraer to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3144+ hotels available in Manchester. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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