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

The cheapest way to get from Dunoon to Stranraer is to ferry and bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunoon to Stranraer is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £60.

How far is it from Dunoon to Stranraer?

The distance between Dunoon and Stranraer is 116 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunoon to Stranraer without a car is to ferry and train which takes 4h 45m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Dunoon to Stranraer, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dunoon to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunoon to Stranraer is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Dunoon to Stranraer.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 191+ hotels available in Stranraer.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry TerminalCm1
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
4h 45m
£38–60
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry TerminalCm1
2. Take the bus from Kempock Place to Buchanan Bus Station901
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 28m
£23–40
Drive 156.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunoon to Stranraer156.9 mi
3h 14m
£39–56
Ferry, bus via Ayr
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry TerminalCm1
2. Take the bus from Manse Court to Ayr Bus Station585
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodie358 / ...
6h 17m
£23–42

Dunoon to Stranraer by ferry and train

30Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunoon to Stranraer.

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Distance: 115 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Dunoon to Stranraer. However, you can take the ferry to Gourock Ferry Terminal, walk to Gourock, take the train to Paisley Gilmour Street, take the train to Ayr, then take the train to Stranraer. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Port Rodie via Gourock Ferry Terminal, Kempock Place, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 28m.

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