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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Dingwall is to train via Perth which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Dingwall is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Dingwall?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Dingwall. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Hill Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Dingwall?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Dingwall. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Dingwall via Ayr, Glasgow Queen Street, Perth and Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Dingwall?

The distance between Stranraer and Dingwall is 280 miles. The road distance is 259.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dingwall without a car is to Bus which takes 8h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Stranraer to Dingwall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dingwall bus from?

Stranraer to Dingwall bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Stranraer Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dingwall train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Dingwall?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dingwall is to Bus which takes 8h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Stranraer to Dingwall bus arrive?

Stranraer to Dingwall bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where does the Stranraer to Dingwall train arrive?

Stranraer to Dingwall train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Dingwall?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Dingwall is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Stranraer to Dingwall.

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

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Where can I stay near Dingwall?

There are 1039+ hotels available in Dingwall.

Stranraer to Dingwall - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Dingwall by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3Uk093
8h 5m
Train via Perth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
4. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
8h 58m
£45–107
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow CentralStranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to InvernessGlasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
8h 20m
£47–107
Drive 258.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Dingwall258.2 mi
4h 55m
£64–92
Bus via Union Street
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
8h 16m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Dingwall.

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Distance: 278.1 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Hill Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 1 in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Hill Street via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Inverness, and Bus Station Stance 1 in around 8h 20m.

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