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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Alloa is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Alloa is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Alloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Alloa. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Shillinghill via Buchanan Bus Station and High Street Stance B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Alloa?

The distance between Cairnryan and Alloa is 117 miles. The road distance is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Alloa without a car is to Bus and train which takes 3h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Cairnryan to Alloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Alloa bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Alloa bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Alloa bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Alloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Alloa is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Cairnryan to Alloa.

Where can I stay near Alloa?

There are 703+ hotels available in Alloa.

Cairnryan to Alloa - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Alloa 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa
3h 25m
Drive 111.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Alloacar 111.4 mi
2h 9m
£28–40
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Beresford Terracebus 358 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Alloatrain
4h 13m
£31–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
4h 29m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Alloa.

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Distance: 116.8 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Shillinghill via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and High Street Stance B in around 4h 29m.

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