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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Cairnryan and Cowdenbeath is 129 miles. The road distance is 123.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath without a car is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath.

Where can I stay near Cowdenbeath?

There are 2409+ hotels available in Cowdenbeath.

Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath by bus, car, or train

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 Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to The FountainX27
4h 17m
£21–31
Drive 122.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath122.4 mi
2h 25m
£31–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to HaymarketGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 33m
£36–48
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach RoadX24 / ...
5h 24m
£21–33

Cairnryan to Cowdenbeath by bus

54Weekly Buses

4h 17mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.5 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station and North Approach Road in around 4h 17m.

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