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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Stranraer is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Stranraer is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dundee and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Dundee station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Dundee Seagate Bus Station and arriving at Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Stranraer via Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Dundee to Stranraer?

The distance between Dundee and Stranraer is 168 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Stranraer without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs £24 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Dundee to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Stranraer bus from?

Dundee to Stranraer bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Dundee Seagate Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Dundee to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Dundee to Stranraer is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs £24 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Dundee to Stranraer bus arrive?

Dundee to Stranraer bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 55.

Where does the Dundee to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dundee to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Stranraer is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Dundee to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 122+ hotels available in Stranraer.

Dundee to Stranraer - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dundee to Stranraer by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dundee Seagate Bus Station to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 55bus megabus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
4h 55m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 22m
£37–82
Drive 160.3 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Stranraercar 160.3 mi
3h 10m
£40–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dundee to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
4h 58m
£29–73
Bus via Overgate
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
5h 45m

Dundee to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

5h 22mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dundee to Stranraer.

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Distance: 166.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Dundee Seagate Bus Station to Port Rodie via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dundee to Stranraer via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 5h 22m.

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