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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Sandhead is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Sandhead is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Sandhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Sandhead. However, there are services departing from Old Pier and arriving at Bowling Club via Port Rodie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Sandhead?

The distance between Cairnryan and Sandhead is 15 miles. The road distance is 13.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Sandhead without a car is to line 358 bus and line 407 bus which takes 1h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Cairnryan to Sandhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Sandhead bus from?

Cairnryan to Sandhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Old Pier station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Sandhead bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Sandhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Port Rodie station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Sandhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Sandhead is 14 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Cairnryan to Sandhead.

Where can I stay near Sandhead?

There are 175+ hotels available in Sandhead.

Cairnryan to Sandhead - 3 ways to travel via line 358 bus, and line 407 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Cairnryan to Sandhead by bus, taxi, 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.

Line 358 bus, line 407 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Port Rodiebus 358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Bowling Clubbus 407
1h 35m
Drive 13.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Sandheadcar 13.6 mi
18 min
£4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairnryan to Sandheadtaxi 13.6 mi
18 min
£30–40

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Bowling Club via Port Rodie in around 1h 35m.

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