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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock is to bus and line 4 bus via Girvan which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £21.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Church Street via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Cairnryan Stena Terminal and Kilmarnock is 59 miles. The road distance is 56.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock without a car is to Bus which takes 2h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

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

Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock is to Bus which takes 2h 28m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 505+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock 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 Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Ayr923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Church StreetX77k / ...
2h 28m
Bus, line 4 bus via Girvan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Henrietta Street360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Church Street4
3h 11m
£11–18
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to KilmarnockStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 12m
£37–52
Drive 56.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Kilmarnock56.5 mi
1h 11m
£15–21
Bus, line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Church Street4
4h 9m
£15–27

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 59.1 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Church Street via Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock twice daily. Tickets cost £35–45 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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