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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Forres is to bus via Ayr which costs £28 - £70 and takes 8h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Forres is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Forres?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Forres. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Forres via Buchanan Bus Stn and Inverness Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Forres?

The distance between Cairnryan and Forres is 285 miles. The road distance is 243.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Forres without a car is to Bus and train via Perth which takes 8h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Cairnryan to Forres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Forres bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Forres bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Forres?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Forres is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Cairnryan to Forres.

Where can I stay near Forres?

There are 418+ hotels available in Forres.

Cairnryan to Forres - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Forres 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 via Perth
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Invernesstrain
8h 19m
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 Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus M10
5. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 4 to Leys Roadbus M96
8h 42m
£29–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Inverness Union Streetbus
3. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Forresbus
8h 20m
Drive 242.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Forrescar 242.4 mi
4h 43m
£60–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Beresford Terracebus 60 / ...
3. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Forrestrain
8h 43m
£50–126

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Forres.

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Distance: 283.8 mi
Duration: 8h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Forres via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Stn, and Inverness Union Street in around 8h 20m.

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