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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Stranraer is to bus via Ayr which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Stranraer Port Rodie via North Approach Road and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Stranraer via Haymarket, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Stranraer?

The distance between Dunfermline and Stranraer is 127 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Stranraer without a car is to bus which takes 5h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Dunfermline to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Stranraer bus from?

Dunfermline to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Stranraer train from?

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

Train or bus from Dunfermline to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Stranraer is to bus which takes 5h 4m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £60 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Stranraer bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Stranraer bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Stranraer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Stranraer is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Dunfermline to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
5h 4m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
5h 42m
£21–33
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 11m
£47–56
Drive 123.2 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Stranraercar 123.2 mi
2h 27m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shillinghillbus 8A / ...
2. Take the train from Alloa to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 45m
£38–48

Dunfermline to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunfermline to Stranraer.

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Distance: 126.7 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Stranraer Port Rodie via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunfermline Town to Stranraer via Haymarket, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 5h 11m.

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