What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to bus via Ayr which costs £20 - £55 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Cairnryan Stena Terminal. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The distance between Aberdeen and Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 234 miles. The road distance is 219.2 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal without a car is to train and Bus which takes 6h 4m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus from?

Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 219 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

There are 196+ hotels available in Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal by train, 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, Bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen StreetAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
6h 4m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Stena Terminal358 / ...
7h 21m
£20–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
6h 35m
Drive 217.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Cairnryan Stena Terminal217.9 mi
4h 1m
£55–79
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
7h 23m
£51–116

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Distance: 232.9 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberdeen to Stena Terminal via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 7h 23m.

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