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 via Ayr which costs £22 - £45 and takes 6h 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 15m and costs £35 - £60.

How far is it from Dunoon to Stranraer?

The distance between Dunoon and Stranraer is 115 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 38m and costs £35 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m 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 15m to drive from Dunoon to Stranraer.

Where can I stay near Stranraer?

There are 197+ 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 Terminalferry Cm1
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4h 38m
£38–51
Ferry, bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry Terminalferry Cm1
2. Take the bus from Manse Court to Ayr Bus Stationbus 585
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
6h 28m
£23–42
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry Terminalferry Cm1
2. Take the bus from Kempock Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 901
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
5h 40m
Drive 156.9 mi
1. Drive from Dunoon to Stranraercar 156.9 mi
3h 15m
£39–56

Dunoon to Stranraer by ferry and train

35Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunoon to Stranraer.

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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 Stranraer Port Rodie via Gourock Ferry Terminal, Kempock Place, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 40m.

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