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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Prestwick is to line 360 bus and bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Kyle Street via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Prestwick?

The distance between Cairnryan and Prestwick is 47 miles. The road distance is 48 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Prestwick without a car is to Bus which takes 1h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Cairnryan to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Prestwick bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Prestwick bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Prestwick bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Prestwick is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Cairnryan to Prestwick.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 521+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Cairnryan to Prestwick - 4 ways to travel via Bus, car, taxi, and line 360 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Prestwick by bus, car, or taxi

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 Ayrbus 923
1h 32m
Line 360 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Inglis Waybus 358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Inglis Way to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
2h 28m
£10–17
Drive 47.7 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Prestwickcar 47.7 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairnryan to Prestwicktaxi 47.7 mi
1h 1m
£100–120

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 47 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

Translink operates a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Ayr 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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