Bus from Dumfries to Stranraer
1 direct route · about 148 min · first bus 06:13, last bus 20:28 (weekdays). Today, a Sunday: first bus 09:23, last bus 17:23.
Next buses to Stranraer as of 18:23
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Dumfries, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | Houston's Minicoaches | ~148 min | 7 | Sat 7 · Sun 3 | 06:13 | 20:28 | Loreburne Centre Stance 1 (at) | Port Rodie (at) | Lochfoot, Shawhead, Crocketford, Springholm, Castle Douglas, Rhonehouse & 15 more |
Times are for the first boarding point in Dumfries on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 500 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Dumfries to Stranraer?
The 500 (Houston's Minicoaches) runs directly from Dumfries to Stranraer. Board at Loreburne Centre Stance 1 (at) and get off at Port Rodie (at); the journey takes about 148 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Dumfries to Stranraer?
Around 148 minutes on the 500, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Lochfoot, Shawhead, Crocketford, Springholm and other stops on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Dumfries to Stranraer?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 06:13 and the last around 20:28. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Dumfries to Stranraer?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Scotland. Under-22s, over-60s and eligible disabled passengers travel free with a National Entitlement Card.