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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Perth is to bus via Ayr which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Perth is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Perth. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at South Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Perth?

The distance between Cairnryan and Perth is 144 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Perth without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 50m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Cairnryan to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Perth bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Perth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Perth is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Cairnryan to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 503+ hotels available in Perth.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Perth 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 PerthGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
3h 50m
£27–42
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
5h 36m
£19–29
Drive 136.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Perth136.1 mi
2h 34m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South StreetM8 / ...
4h 5m
£21–29

Cairnryan to Perth by bus, foot, and train

130Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.8 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to South Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 5m.

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