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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Dollar is to train which costs £23 - £35 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Dollar is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Dollar?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Dollar. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Manse Road via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Dollar?

The distance between Stranraer and Dollar is 126 miles. The road distance is 120.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dollar without a car is to Bus which takes 4h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Stranraer to Dollar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dollar bus from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Dollar?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dollar is to Bus which takes 4h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train via Ayr, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Stranraer to Dollar bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Dollar?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Dollar is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Stranraer to Dollar.

Where can I stay near Dollar?

There are 762+ hotels available in Dollar.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Dollar by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
4h 51m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
5h
£23–32
Train via Ayr
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain
4h 56m
£34–42
Drive 119.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Dollarcar 119.9 mi
2h 21m
£29–42
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Mariner Centrebus X37 / ...
6h 54m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Dollar.

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Distance: 125.3 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Manse Road via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and North Approach Road in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Cafe at No.44 via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Alloa, and Shillinghill in around 4h 56m.

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