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

The cheapest way to get from Dunblane to Stranraer is to bus via Ayr which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunblane to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dunblane and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunblane station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Dunblane Police Station and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Dunblane and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Dunblane to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Dunblane and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Dunblane to Stranraer?

The distance between Dunblane and Stranraer is 134 miles. The road distance is 117.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunblane to Stranraer without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £35 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Dunblane to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunblane to Stranraer bus from?

Dunblane to Stranraer bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dunblane Police Station.

Where do I catch the Dunblane to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunblane to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Dunblane to Stranraer is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Dunblane to Stranraer bus arrive?

Dunblane to Stranraer bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where does the Dunblane to Stranraer train arrive?

Dunblane to Stranraer train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Dunblane to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunblane to Stranraer is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Dunblane to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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Dunblane to Stranraer - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dunblane to Stranraer by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 27m
£36–84
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dunblane Police Station to Buchanan Bus Stnbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Crossbus 358 / ...
5h 25m
£21–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunblane Police Station to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
4h 33m
Drive 116.8 mi
1. Drive from Dunblane to Stranraercar 116.8 mi
2h 17m
£29–42

Dunblane to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunblane to Stranraer.

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Distance: 133.1 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Dunblane to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunblane Police Station to Stranraer Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Stn and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 33m.

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