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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Leith is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Leith is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Leith?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Leith station. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Leith?

The distance between Cairnryan and Leith is 128 miles. The road distance is 122.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Leith 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 Leith?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Leith bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Leith bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Leith?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Leith is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cairnryan to Leith.

Where can I stay near Leith?

There are 2531+ hotels available in Leith.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Leith 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, line 60 bus, train
cheapest
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 Central to Edinburgh Waverley
4h 56m
£16–43
Drive 121.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Leith121.5 mi
2h 32m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
3h 36m
£18–35
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
3h 36m

Cairnryan to Leith by bus, foot, and train

54Weekly 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 Leith, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 36m.

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