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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Carlisle to Stranraer. Traveling by bus from Carlisle to Stranraer usually takes around 2 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 83 mi (134 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €20.27 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Carlisle to Stranraer?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Carlisle to Stranraer. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 2h 38m | €20.27 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 134 kilometers from Carlisle to Stranraer. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 07:00 and the last bus leaves at 07:00. To see the times for all buses from Carlisle to Stranraer, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Carlisle to Stranraer. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Carlisle to Stranraer; ticket prices start at €26.88.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Carlisle?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Carlisle.
All bus stations in Carlisle:
Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Stranraer?
Main arrival station: Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
All buses from Carlisle arrive at one main station in Stranraer.
Bus stations in Stranraer:
Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
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