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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Alyth is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Alyth is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Alyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Alyth. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Market Square via Buchanan Bus Station and Nethergate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Alyth?

The distance between Cairnryan and Alyth is 182 miles. The road distance is 157.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Alyth without a car is to Bus and train which takes 5h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Cairnryan to Alyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Alyth bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Alyth?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Alyth is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can Bus via Overgate, which costs and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Alyth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Alyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Alyth is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cairnryan to Alyth.

Where can I stay near Alyth?

There are 522+ hotels available in Alyth.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Cairnryan to Alyth 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 Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
5h 47m
Drive 156.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Alythcar 156.4 mi
3h 1m
£39–56
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 Dundeetrain
6h 36m
£45–95
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain
7h 32m
£52–119
Bus via Overgate
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 58m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
6h 37m

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Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Alyth.

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Distance: 180.5 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Market Square via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Dundee, and Nethergate in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Market Square via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Nethergate in around 5h 58m.

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