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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Prestwick is to bus via Girvan which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 17m.

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 - £18.

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 Old Pier and arriving at Kyle Street via Henrietta Street and Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Prestwick?

The distance between Cairnryan and Prestwick is 55 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 via Girvan which takes 2h 17m and costs £10 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m 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 Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Old Pier station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Prestwick?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Prestwick is to bus via Girvan which takes 2h 17m and costs £10 - £18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Prestwick bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Prestwick bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Henrietta Street 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 509+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Cairnryan to Prestwick - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Prestwick by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via Girvan
best
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Street358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Station60 / ...
2h 17m
£11–17
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Prestwick TownStranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 51m
£19–43
Drive 47.7 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Prestwick47.7 mi
1h 1m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairnryan to Prestwick47.7 mi
1h 1m
£100–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Ayr Bus Station923
3h 11m
£14–22

Cairnryan to Prestwick by bus

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2h 17mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.2 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Kyle Street via Henrietta Street and Ayr Bus Station in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Prestwick Town twice daily. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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