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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Dundee is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Dundee is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Port Rodie and arriving at Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Dundee?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Dundee via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Dundee?

The distance between Stranraer and Dundee is 182 miles. The road distance is 160.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dundee without a car is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 44m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Stranraer to Dundee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dundee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dundee train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Dundee?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dundee is to train via Ayr which takes 4h 44m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h.

Where does the Stranraer to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Dundee train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Dundee is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Stranraer to Dundee.

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

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Where can I stay near Dundee?

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Stranraer to Dundee - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Ayr
best
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 Dundeetrain
4h 44m
£77–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h
£22–33
Drive 159.9 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Dundeecar 159.9 mi
3h 9m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 48m
£77–140
Bus via Dundee station
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
5h 6m

Stranraer to Dundee by train and foot

35Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stranraer to Dundee.

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Stranraer to Dundee via Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h.

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