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Stranraer to Carlisle Bus Schedule
Bus from Stranraer to Carlisle: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Stranraer to Carlisle. Traveling by bus from Stranraer to Carlisle usually takes around 2 hours and 45 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 83 mi (134 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 45m |
| Cheapest price | HRK 140.36 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Stranraer to Carlisle?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Stranraer to Carlisle. National Express is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 1 | 2h 45m | HRK 140.36 |
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 about traveling by bus from Stranraer to Carlisle
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 83 miles from Stranraer to Carlisle. 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Stranraer to Carlisle. It leaves the station in Stranraer at 6:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Stranraer to Carlisle. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Stranraer to Carlisle; ticket prices start at HRK 292.28.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Stranraer?
Main departure station: Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
Most buses depart from the main station in Stranraer.
All bus stations in Stranraer:
Cairnryan Stena Line Terminal
Where does the bus arrive in Carlisle?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All buses from Stranraer arrive at one main station in Carlisle.
All bus stations in Carlisle:
Bus Station
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