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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh is to bus via Ayr which costs £17 - £29 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cairnryan and Edinburgh is 128 miles. The road distance is 120.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 19m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Edinburgh is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Cairnryan to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2481+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh 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 Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
3h 19m
£31–94
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 Glasgow to Edinburgh - Princes Street
4h 53m
£18–28
Drive 120.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Edinburgh120.1 mi
2h 26m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
3h 29m
£19–27

Cairnryan to Edinburgh by bus, foot, and train

130Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.7 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 29m.

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