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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Dumbarton is to bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Dumbarton is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Dumbarton?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Dumbarton. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Barloan Toll via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Dumbarton?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Dumbarton. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Dumbarton Central via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Dumbarton?

The distance between Stranraer and Dumbarton is 115 miles. The road distance is 97 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dumbarton without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Stranraer to Dumbarton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dumbarton bus from?

Stranraer to Dumbarton bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dumbarton train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Dumbarton?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dumbarton is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Stranraer to Dumbarton bus arrive?

Stranraer to Dumbarton bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stranraer to Dumbarton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Dumbarton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Dumbarton is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Stranraer to Dumbarton.

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

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Where can I stay near Dumbarton?

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Stranraer to Dumbarton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stranraer to Dumbarton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
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 Low Level to Dumbarton Central
3h 27m
£30–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Barloan Toll915 / ...
3h 30m
£16–23
Drive 96.5 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Dumbarton96.5 mi
1h 56m
£24–34
Bus via Risk Street
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from St Enoch subway to Risk Street1 / ...
4h 7m

Stranraer to Dumbarton by train and foot

35Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Dumbarton.

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Distance: 114.2 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Dumbarton Central via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Barloan Toll via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 30m.

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