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 4h 57m.

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 6m and costs £27 - £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 Police Station and arriving at Old Pier via Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station and Henrietta Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Dunblane to Cairnryan?

The distance between Dunblane and Cairnryan is 115 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 train and Bus which takes 4h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 Police Station.

Train or bus from Dunblane to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Dunblane to Cairnryan is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus via Ayr, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Dunblane to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunblane to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunblane to Cairnryan is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Dunblane to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 181+ 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 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 Dunblane to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
4h 11m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Buchanan Bus StationE3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
4h 57m
£21–33
Train
1. Take the train from Dunblane to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 23m
£34–53
Drive 110.5 mi
1. Drive from Dunblane to Cairnryan110.5 mi
2h 6m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Buchanan Bus StationE8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 1m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunblane to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 114.8 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

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 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Police Station to Old Pier via Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station, and Henrietta Street in around 4h 57m.

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