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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Dundee is to bus via Ayr which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Dundee is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Dundee?

The distance between Cairnryan and Dundee is 164 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Dundee without a car is to Bus which takes 4h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Cairnryan to Dundee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Dundee bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Dundee is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Cairnryan to Dundee.

Where can I stay near Dundee?

There are 845+ hotels available in Dundee.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Dundee 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 Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 16m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
4. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 52 to Dundee Seagate Bus Stationbus
5h 11m
£24–40
Drive 153.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Dundeecar 153.8 mi
3h
£38–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X77
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain
5h 21m
£29–76

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Dundee.

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Overgate via Glasgow Buchanan and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 16m.

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