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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Stranraer to Manchester

Composite routes from Stranraer to Manchester

Cheapest
3 h 54 min
Car
357 km.
from $19
Other
6 h 20 min
240 km.
from $243.13
8 h 43 min
240 km.
from $107.20
6 h 47 min
Bus, Train
240 km.
from $95.88
8 h 15 min
Bus, Train
240 km.
from $70.88

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
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:
enquiries@megabus.com
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:
info@citylink.co.uk
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:
westscotland.enquiries@stagecoachbus.com
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

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:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
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:
enquiries@northernrailway.co.uk
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Manchester is to bus and train via Manchester, Coach Station which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer (Station) to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer (Station) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer (Station) 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 43m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer (Station) and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer (Station) 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 (Station) to Manchester?

The distance between Stranraer (Station) and Manchester is 515 km. The road distance is 355.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer (Station) 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 (Station) to Manchester?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer (Station) to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer (Station) to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer (Station) to Manchester?

The best way to get from Stranraer (Station) 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 43m.

Where does the Stranraer (Station) to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer (Station) to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer (Station) to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer (Station) to Manchester is 356 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Stranraer (Station) to Manchester.

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

Book your Stranraer (Station) 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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