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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Stranraer is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Stranraer is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Dumfries and Stranraer?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Whitesands and arriving at Port Rodie. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Stranraer via Kilmarnock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Stranraer?

The distance between Dumfries and Stranraer is 77 miles. The road distance is 67.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Stranraer without a car is to bus which takes 2h 23m and costs .

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

The bus from Whitesands to Port Rodie takes 2h 23m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Stranraer bus from?

Dumfries to Stranraer bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Whitesands station.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Dumfries to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Dumfries to Stranraer is to bus which takes 2h 23m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Dumfries to Stranraer bus arrive?

Dumfries to Stranraer bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Port Rodie station.

Where does the Dumfries to Stranraer train arrive?

Dumfries to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Kilmarnock station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Stranraer is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Dumfries to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Dumfries to Stranraer - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dumfries to Stranraer by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Whitesands to Port Rodiebus 500
2h 23m
Drive 67 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dumfries to Stranraercar 67 mi
1h 19m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Kilmarnocktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraertrain Kilmarnock - Stranraer
3h 52m
£33–77

Dumfries to Stranraer by train

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3h 52mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.7 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Stranraer, Scotland?

Houstons Minicoaches operates a bus from Whitesands to Port Rodie every 2 hours, and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dumfries to Stranraer via Kilmarnock in around 3h 52m.

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