The average bus between Cairnryan and Methil takes 6h 35m and the fastest bus takes 5h 51m. The bus service runs several times per day from Cairnryan to Methil. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Cairnryan and Methil. The earliest departure is at 10:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cairnryan is at 6:15 PM which arrives into Methil at 12:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Buchanan and take an average of 6h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cairnryan to Methil? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Methil. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan station and arriving at Methil station via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.
Cairnryan to Methil bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.
Cairnryan to Methil bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at North Approach Road station.
The distance between Cairnryan and Methil is 184.7 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Memorial Court via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, Park & Ride Arrival Bay, and Park & Ride in around 5h 31m.