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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Scotland is to bus via Ayr which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Scotland is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Scotland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Glasgow Buchanan. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Scotland?

The distance between Cairnryan and Scotland is 81 miles. The road distance is 79.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Scotland without a car is to Bus which takes 2h 10m and costs .

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

The Bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Scotland bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Scotland bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Scotland is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Cairnryan to Scotland.

Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 1378+ hotels available in Scotland.

Cairnryan to Scotland - 3 ways to travel via Bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cairnryan to Scotland by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2h 10m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 358 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Bath Streetbus X77
3h 11m
£14–21
Drive 78.9 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Glasgowcar 78.9 mi
1h 34m
£19–28

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Distance: 80.5 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Scotland?

Translink operates a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchanan 3 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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