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

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Dunoon is to bus and ferry which costs £22 - £40 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Dunoon is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Stranraer to Dunoon?

The distance between Stranraer and Dunoon is 115 miles. The road distance is 157.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stranraer to Dunoon without a car is to train and ferry via Ayr which takes 3h 49m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Stranraer to Dunoon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Dunoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Dunoon is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Stranraer to Dunoon.

Where can I stay near Dunoon?

There are 719+ hotels available in Dunoon.

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

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.

Train, ferry via Ayr
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 Terminalferry Cm1
3h 49m
£33–50
Bus, ferry 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 Burnlea Roadbus 585
4. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry Terminalferry Cm1
6h 7m
£22–42
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Gourock Rail Stationbus 901
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry Terminalferry Cm1
4h 52m
£23–40
Drive 156.6 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Dunooncar 156.6 mi
3h 14m
£38–55
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Gourocktrain
3. Take the ferry from Gourock Ferry Terminal to Dunoon Ferry Terminalferry Cm1
4h 15m
£23–44

Stranraer to Dunoon by train and ferry

35Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stranraer to Dunoon.

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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 Port Rodie to Dunoon Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station, Gourock Rail Station, and Gourock Ferry Terminal in around 4h 52m.

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