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

The cheapest way to get from Dunblane to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunblane to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dunblane and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunblane station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Dunblane Police Station and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Dunblane to Cairnryan?

The distance between Dunblane and Cairnryan is 112 miles. The road distance is 111.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunblane to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Dunblane to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunblane to Cairnryan bus from?

Dunblane to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Dunblane Police Station.

Train or bus from Dunblane to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Dunblane to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Dunblane to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Dunblane to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Dunblane to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunblane to Cairnryan is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Dunblane to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 189+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dunblane Police Station to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
3h 57m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newton Loan to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
5h 13m
£21–33
Train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 21m
£36–45
Drive 110.5 mi
1. Drive from Dunblane to Cairnryancar 110.5 mi
2h 7m
£27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the bus from West Regent Lane to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
4h 56m
£25–34

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunblane to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 111.5 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Dunblane Police Station to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Stn and Glasgow Buchanan in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dunblane to Old Pier via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 5h 21m.

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