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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Rosyth is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Rosyth is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Rosyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Rosyth. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Lowry Place via Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Rosyth?

The distance between Cairnryan and Rosyth is 125 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Rosyth without a car is to Bus via North Approach Road which takes 4h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Cairnryan to Rosyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Rosyth bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Rosyth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Rosyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Rosyth is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Cairnryan to Rosyth.

Where can I stay near Rosyth?

There are 2645+ hotels available in Rosyth.

Cairnryan to Rosyth - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Rosyth 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 via North Approach Road
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
4h 4m
Drive 118.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Rosythcar 118.6 mi
2h 17m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
4h 15m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
4h 19m
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Beresford Terracebus 358 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 44m
£38–91

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cairnryan to Rosyth.

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Distance: 124 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Lowry Place via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, North Approach Road, and Bus Station in around 4h 4m.

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