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

The cheapest way to get from Arbroath to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs £21 - £45 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arbroath to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Arbroath and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Arbroath station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Old Pier via Seagate Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Arbroath to Cairnryan?

The distance between Arbroath and Cairnryan is 181 miles. The road distance is 170.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arbroath to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus which takes 5h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Arbroath to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arbroath to Cairnryan bus from?

Arbroath to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Train or bus from Arbroath to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Arbroath to Cairnryan is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Arbroath to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arbroath to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Arbroath to Cairnryan is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Arbroath to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 201+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Arbroath to Cairnryan - 6 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Arbroath to Cairnryan 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 Arbroath to Glasgow Queen StreetAberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
5h 17m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate 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 / ...
6h 56m
£22–42
Train
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 21m
£61–97
Drive 169.6 mi
1. Drive from Arbroath to Cairnryan169.6 mi
3h 20m
£43–62
Train, bus via Ayr
1. Take the train from Arbroath to Glasgow Queen Street
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 / ...
6h 2m
£51–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
6h 42m
£25–42

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Arbroath to Old Pier via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Old Pier via Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Port Rodie, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 42m.

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