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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Cromarty is to bus via Ayr which costs £27 - £70 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Cromarty is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Cromarty?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Cromarty. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Victoria Hall via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station Stance 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Cromarty?

The distance between Cairnryan and Cromarty is 275 miles. The road distance is 261.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Cromarty without a car is to bus which takes 7h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Cairnryan to Cromarty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Cromarty bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Cromarty bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Cromarty?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Cromarty is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Cairnryan to Cromarty.

Where can I stay near Cromarty?

There are 433+ hotels available in Cromarty.

Cairnryan to Cromarty - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Cromarty 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 Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union StreetE8
7h 12m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
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 Bus Station Stance 3
8h 31m
£28–65
Bus, train via Perth
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
3. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
8h 15m
£35–91
Drive 260 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Cromarty260 mi
4h 59m
£66–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
8h 44m
£51–116

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 273.4 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Victoria Hall via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Street, and Bus Station Stance 4 in around 7h 12m.

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