Rome2Rio

How to get fromStranraer to Dunoonby train, ferry, bus or car

Find Transport to Dunoon

See all options

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

  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
    2. Take the train from Ayr to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
    3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalferryCm1
    3h 51m
    £37–50

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus923
    2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gourock Rail Stationbus901
    3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalferryCm1
    4h 56m
    £23–40

  3. Bus, ferry via Glasgow

    1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchananbus923
    2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gourock Rail Stationbus901
    3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalferryCm1
    4h 56m

  4. Drive 156.6 mi

    1. Drive from Stranraer to Dunooncar156.6 mi
    3h 14m
    £39–56

  5. Bus, ferry via Ayr

    1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Stationbus923
    2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Burnlea Roadbus585
    3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry TerminalferryCm1
    5h 20m
    £23–42

Stranraer to Dunoon by train and ferry

Calendar35Weekly Services
Duration3h 51mAverage Duration
Ticket£37Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Stranraer to Dunoon. However, you can take the train to Ayr, take the train to Paisley Gilmour Street, take the train to Gourock, walk to Gourock Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Dunoon Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Dunoon Ferry Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, Gourock Rail Station, and Gourock Ferry Terminal in around 4h 56m.

Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Trips from Stranraer

Trips to Dunoon

Popular routes