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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Peterhead is to bus via Ayr which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Peterhead is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Peterhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Peterhead. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Buchan House via Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station and Park & Ride Stance 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Peterhead?

The distance between Cairnryan and Peterhead is 266 miles. The road distance is 251.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Peterhead without a car is to Bus which takes 7h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Cairnryan to Peterhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Peterhead bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Peterhead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Peterhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Peterhead is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Cairnryan to Peterhead.

Where can I stay near Peterhead?

There are 64+ hotels available in Peterhead.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
7h 22m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus
8h 26m
£38–60
Drive 249.9 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Peterheadcar 249.9 mi
4h 42m
£62–89
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
7h 35m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Peterhead.

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Distance: 264.5 mi
Duration: 7h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Buchan House via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, Union Square Bus Station, and Park & Ride Stance 2 in around 7h 22m.

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