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

The cheapest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cowdenbeath and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from The Fountain and arriving at Old Pier via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan?

The distance between Cowdenbeath and Cairnryan is 148 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus which takes 5h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan bus from?

Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from The Fountain station.

Train or bus from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road station.

Can I drive from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 200+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan by train, bus, 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.

Train, Bus
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
5h
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Fountain to North Approach RoadX27
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus StationX24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
6h 13m
£24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 45m
£44–70
Drive 122.7 mi
1. Drive from Cowdenbeath to Cairnryan122.7 mi
2h 25m
£31–45
Train, bus via Girvan
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Girvan
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
7h 3m
£34–61

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 147 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Cowdenbeath to Old Pier via Haymarket, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Fountain to Old Pier via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Port Rodie, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 13m.

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