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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Methil is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Methil is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Methil?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Methil. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Memorial Court via Buchanan Bus Station, Park and Ride and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Methil?

The distance between Cairnryan and Methil is 160 miles. The road distance is 138.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Methil without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 8m and costs £29 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Cairnryan to Methil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Methil bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Methil?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Methil is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Methil bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Methil?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Methil is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cairnryan to Methil.

Where can I stay near Methil?

There are 1144+ hotels available in Methil.

Cairnryan to Methil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Methil by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to HaymarketGlasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
5h 8m
£30–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ride
3. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Park & Ride
5h 54m
£25–46
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarket
7h 32m
£43–96
Drive 137.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Methil137.4 mi
2h 43m
£34–49

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Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Methil.

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Distance: 159.6 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Memorial Court via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, Haymarket, Kirkcaldy, and Bus Station in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Memorial Court via Buchanan Bus Station, Park and Ride, and Park & Ride in around 5h 54m.

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