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

The cheapest way to get from Dunbar to Stranraer is to bus which costs £29 - £60 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunbar to Stranraer is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dunbar and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunbar to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Port Rodie via Princes Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Dunbar and Stranraer?

No, there is no direct train from Dunbar to Stranraer. However, there are services departing from Dunbar and arriving at Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central and Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Dunbar to Stranraer?

The distance between Dunbar and Stranraer is 176 miles. The road distance is 153.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunbar to Stranraer without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 4m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Dunbar to Stranraer, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Stranraer bus from?

Dunbar to Stranraer bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Stranraer train from?

Dunbar to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Dunbar station.

Train or bus from Dunbar to Stranraer?

The best way to get from Dunbar to Stranraer is to train via Glasgow which takes 5h 4m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Dunbar to Stranraer bus arrive?

Dunbar to Stranraer bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dunbar to Stranraer train arrive?

Dunbar to Stranraer train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunbar to Stranraer?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunbar to Stranraer is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Dunbar to Stranraer.

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

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Where can I stay near Stranraer?

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

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

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 4m
£58–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Princes Streetbus X7
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
6h 16m
£29–58
Drive 152.3 mi
1. Drive from Dunbar to Stranraercar 152.3 mi
2h 59m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
4. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 42m
£65–137
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from High Street to St Andrew's Housebus X7
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh - Regent Road to Glasgowbus
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Stranraer Port Rodiebus 923
7h 22m

Dunbar to Stranraer by train and foot

35Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Dunbar to Stranraer via Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Ayr in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Port Rodie via Princes Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 16m.

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