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

The cheapest way to get from Dunblane to Stranraer is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 24m.

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 16m 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 Police Station and arriving at Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

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 26m.

How far is it from Dunblane to Stranraer?

The distance between Dunblane and Stranraer is 121 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 bus which takes 4h 24m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m 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 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 bus which takes 4h 24m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Dunblane to Stranraer bus arrive?

Dunblane to Stranraer bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 16m 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?

There are 192+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Buchanan Bus StationE3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
4h 24m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
4h 26m
£32–42
Drive 116.8 mi
1. Drive from Dunblane to Stranraer116.8 mi
2h 16m
£29–42
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Buchanan Bus StationE3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodie923
4h 34m

Dunblane to Stranraer by bus

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Police Station to Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunblane to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 4h 26m.

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