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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Linlithgow is to bus and train via Glasgow which costs £25 - £45 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Linlithgow is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £40.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Linlithgow?

The distance between Cairnryan and Linlithgow is 111 miles. The road distance is 107.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Linlithgow without a car is to Bus and train which takes 3h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Cairnryan to Linlithgow, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Linlithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Linlithgow is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cairnryan to Linlithgow.

Where can I stay near Linlithgow?

There are 649+ hotels available in Linlithgow.

Cairnryan to Linlithgow - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Linlithgow 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 Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgowtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
3h 5m
Bus, train via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgowtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
3h 6m
£26–42
Drive 107.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Linlithgowcar 107.1 mi
2h 12m
£27–39
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Beresford Terracebus 358 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgowtrain
3h 53m
£38–69

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Linlithgow.

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Distance: 110.2 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

There is no direct connection from Cairnryan to Linlithgow. However, you can take the bus to Glasgow Buchanan, walk to Glasgow Queen Street, then take the train to Linlithgow. Alternatively, you can drive from Cairnryan to Linlithgow in around 2h 12m.

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