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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Midlothian is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Midlothian is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Terminus via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Airport and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Midlothian?

The distance between Cairnryan and Midlothian is 140 miles. The road distance is 118 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Midlothian without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 13m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Cairnryan to Midlothian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Midlothian bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Midlothian bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Midlothian bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Midlothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Midlothian is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Cairnryan to Midlothian.

Where can I stay near Midlothian?

There are 2248+ hotels available in Midlothian.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Midlothian 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 / ...
4h 13m
£39–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk090 / ...
5h 10m
£21–39
Bus, line 60 bus, train
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
5h 51m
£26–52
Drive 117.3 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Midlothian117.3 mi
2h 28m
£30–43
Bus, line 29 bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to Terminus29 / ...
5h 3m

Cairnryan to Midlothian by bus and train

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5h 51mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.1 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Terminus via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D, Airport, Hanover Street, and Princes Street in around 5h 3m.

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