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

The cheapest way to get from Girvan to Dunoon is to bus and ferry via Glasgow which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Girvan to Dunoon is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Girvan to Dunoon?

The distance between Girvan and Dunoon is 79 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Girvan to Dunoon without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 56m and costs £29 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Girvan to Dunoon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Girvan to Dunoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Girvan to Dunoon is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Girvan to Dunoon.

Where can I stay near Dunoon?

There are 702+ hotels available in Dunoon.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Girvan to Dunoon by train, ferry, 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.

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Girvan to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Street
3. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Gourock
4. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalCm1
2h 56m
£29–43
Bus, ferry via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Ayr Bus Station58 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Waterloo LaneX77
3. Take the bus from West Campbell Street to Gourock Rail Station901
4. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalCm1
4h 25m
£18–34
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Girvan to Dunoon127.6 mi
2h 36m
£32–46
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from High Street to Ayr Bus Station58 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Burnlea Road585
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalCm1
4h 50m
£18–34

Girvan to Dunoon by train and ferry

89Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 78.1 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

There is no direct connection from Girvan to Dunoon. However, you can take the train to Ayr, take the train to Paisley Gilmour Street, take the train to Gourock, walk to Gourock Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Dunoon Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Dunoon Ferry Terminal via Ayr Bus Station, Waterloo Lane, West Campbell Street, Gourock Rail Station, and Gourock Ferry Terminal in around 4h 25m.

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