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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Portree is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 9h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Portree is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Portree?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Portree. However, there are services departing from Stena Terminal and arriving at Somerled Square via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Portree?

The distance between Cairnryan and Portree is 302 miles. The road distance is 286.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Portree without a car is to bus which takes 9h 46m and costs £40 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 9h 46m to get from Cairnryan to Portree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Portree bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Portree bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Portree?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Portree is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Cairnryan to Portree.

Where can I stay near Portree?

There are 414+ hotels available in Portree.

Cairnryan to Portree - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Portree by bus 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
best
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Somerled Square915
9h 46m
£40–59
Drive 285.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Portree285.1 mi
5h 42m
£72–103
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Somerled Square915
9h 46m
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Ayr Bus Station58 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationX77
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Somerled Square915
11h 13m
£43–66

Cairnryan to Portree by bus

14Weekly Buses

9h 46mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 300.2 mi
Duration: 9h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Stena Terminal to Somerled Square via Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 46m.

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