What is the cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Dunoon?

The cheapest way to get from Dumbarton to Dunoon is to bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Dunoon?

The fastest way to get from Dumbarton to Dunoon is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Dumbarton and Dunoon?

No, there is no direct bus from Dumbarton to Dunoon. However, there are services departing from Barloan Toll and arriving at Ferry Terminal via Lochfyne Oyster Bar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Dumbarton to Dunoon?

The distance between Dumbarton and Dunoon is 46 miles. The road distance is 61.6 miles.

How do I travel from Dumbarton to Dunoon without a car?

The best way to get from Dumbarton to Dunoon without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 28m and costs £18 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Dumbarton to Dunoon?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Dumbarton to Dunoon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumbarton to Dunoon bus from?

Dumbarton to Dunoon bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Barloan Toll station.

Where does the Dumbarton to Dunoon bus arrive?

Dumbarton to Dunoon bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Lochfyne Oyster Bar station.

Can I drive from Dumbarton to Dunoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumbarton to Dunoon is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Dumbarton to Dunoon.

Where can I stay near Dunoon?

There are 718+ hotels available in Dunoon.

Dumbarton to Dunoon - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dumbarton to Dunoon by train, ferry, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Dumbarton Central to Glasgow Queen Street Low Level
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Gourock
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalCm1
2h 28m
£18–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barloan Toll to Lochfyne Oyster Bar926 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lochfyne Oyster Bar to Ferry Terminal486
2h 45m
£12–19
Drive 61.3 mi
1. Drive from Dumbarton to Dunoon61.3 mi
1h 22m
£15–22
Bus, train, ferry
1. Take the bus from Quay Street to Hielenman's Umbrella1A / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Gourock
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalCm1
2h 50m
Line 206 bus, bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Risk Street to Helensburgh station206
2. Take the bus from Helensburgh station to Kilcreggan Pier316
3. Take the ferry from Kilcreggan Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry Terminal
4. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalCm1
3h 9m

Dumbarton to Dunoon by train, foot, and ferry

252Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dumbarton to Dunoon.

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Distance: 45.7 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Dunoon, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Barloan Toll to Ferry Terminal via Lochfyne Oyster Bar in around 2h 45m.

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