What is the cheapest way to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan?

The cheapest way to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan?

The fastest way to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Aberfoyle and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Tourist Information Centre and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan?

The distance between Aberfoyle and Cairnryan is 113 miles. The road distance is 104.7 miles.

How do I travel from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan without a car?

The best way to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberfoyle to Cairnryan bus from?

Aberfoyle to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Tourist Information Centre station.

Train or bus from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £45 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Aberfoyle to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Aberfoyle to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberfoyle to Cairnryan is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 198+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Aberfoyle to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Buchanan Bus StationX10a
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
5h 9m
Drive 104.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan104.1 mi
2h 7m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 3m
£37–44
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Buchanan Bus Station
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 Old Pier358 / ...
5h 50m
Bus via Port Rodie
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Buchanan Bus StationX10a
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
6h 6m

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Map of how to get from Aberfoyle to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 112.1 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Aberfoyle, Scotland and Cairnryan, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Tourist Information Centre to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tourist Information Centre to Old Pier via Stirling Baptist Church, Stirling, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 3m.

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