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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Dunfermline is to bus via Ayr which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stranraer and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Stranraer to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Stranraer Port Rodie and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Dunfermline. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Dunfermline Town via Ayr, Glasgow Queen Street and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Dunfermline?

The distance between Stranraer and Dunfermline is 128 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dunfermline without a car is to Bus which takes 4h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Stranraer to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dunfermline bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Dunfermline train from?

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

Train or bus from Stranraer to Dunfermline?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dunfermline is to Bus which takes 4h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Stranraer to Dunfermline bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stranraer to Dunfermline train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stranraer to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Dunfermline is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Stranraer to Dunfermline.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2515+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Dunfermline 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 3m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
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 North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
4h 59m
£20–33
Train
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
4h 40m
£26–37
Drive 123.2 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Dunfermlinecar 123.2 mi
2h 27m
£30–44
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 Haymarkettrain
4h 45m
£40–58

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Dunfermline.

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Distance: 127.6 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Bus Station via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and North Approach Road in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stranraer to Bus Station via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Alloa, and Shillinghill in around 4h 40m.

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