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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock is to bus and line 4 bus via Girvan which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Kilmarnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Church Street via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock?

The distance between Cairnryan and Kilmarnock is 59 miles. The road distance is 57.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock without a car is to Bus and line 4 bus which takes 2h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Kilmarnock bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock is to Bus and line 4 bus which takes 2h 28m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Kilmarnock bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Kilmarnock bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Kilmarnock is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock.

Where can I stay near Kilmarnock?

There are 272+ hotels available in Kilmarnock.

Cairnryan to Kilmarnock - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, line 4 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock 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, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Ayrbus 923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Church Streetbus 4
2h 28m
Line 360 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Inglis Waybus 358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inglis Way to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Church Streetbus X77
3h 24m
£11–18
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnocktrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 11m
£22–48
Drive 56.7 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Kilmarnockcar 56.7 mi
1h 11m
£14–20
Bus, line 4 bus via Girvan
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 Church Streetbus 4
3h 14m
£12–18

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Kilmarnock.

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Distance: 59.1 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Church Street via Ayr and Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock twice daily. Tickets cost £20–45 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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