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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Dunoon is to line 26 bus and line 901 bus and ferry which costs £7 - £20 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Dunoon is to train and ferry which takes 1h 10m and costs £10 - £23.

How far is it from Paisley to Dunoon?

The distance between Paisley and Dunoon is 23 miles. The road distance is 74.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Dunoon without a car is to train and ferry which takes 1h 10m and costs £10 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Paisley to Dunoon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Paisley to Dunoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Dunoon is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Paisley to Dunoon.

Where can I stay near Dunoon?

There are 712+ hotels available in Dunoon.

Paisley to Dunoon - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and line 26 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Paisley 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 Paisley Gilmour Street to GourockGlasgow Central - Gourock
2. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalCm1
1h 10m
£10–22
Line 26 bus, line 901 bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mary Street to Bus Station26
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Gourock Rail Station901
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalCm1
2h 27m
£7–19
Drive 74 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Dunoon74 mi
1h 37m
£19–27

Paisley to Dunoon by train and ferry

231Weekly Services

1h 10mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

There is no direct connection from Paisley to Dunoon. However, you can 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 Mary Street to Dunoon Ferry Terminal via Bus Station, Gourock Rail Station, and Gourock Ferry Terminal in around 2h 27m.

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