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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Methil is to bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI) which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 6m.

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 44m 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, Airport and Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

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 4h 54m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m 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.

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 44m to drive from Cairnryan to Methil.

Where can I stay near Methil?

There are 1309+ 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 Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
4h 54m
£41–82
Bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus Air / ...
5h 6m
£32–46
Drive 137.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Methilcar 137.4 mi
2h 44m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Victoria Hospitalbus X27
5h 17m

Cairnryan to Methil by bus, foot, and train

39Weekly Services

4h 54mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.6 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Memorial Court via Buchanan Bus Station, Airport, and Park & Ride in around 5h 6m.

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