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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Falkirk is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Falkirk is to drive which takes 2h and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Grahamston Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Falkirk?

The distance between Cairnryan and Falkirk is 103 miles. The road distance is 103.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Falkirk without a car is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs £24 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Cairnryan to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Falkirk bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Falkirk bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Falkirk is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Cairnryan to Falkirk.

Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 832+ hotels available in Falkirk.

Cairnryan to Falkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 60 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Falkirk 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
2h 53m
£25–35
Drive 102.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Falkirk102.5 mi
2h
£26–37
Bus via Grahamston Station
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
3h 50m
Bus via Grahamston Station #2
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston StationX37
3h 50m
Bus, line 60 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Beresford Terrace60 / ...
3. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Falkirk Grahamston
4h 42m
£28–37

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 102.4 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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