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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Shandwick Place and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cairnryan?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cairnryan is 128 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus which takes 4h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cairnryan bus from?

Edinburgh to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Shandwick Place station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cairnryan is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 215+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Edinburgh to Cairnryan - 6 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Edinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 17m
Drive 119 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryancar 119 mi
2h 26m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
6h 24m
£56–124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shandwick Place to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 40m
Bus via Princes Street
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 41m
Train, bus via Ayr
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley 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 Old Pierbus 358 / ...
5h 3m
£34–57

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 127.5 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Old Pier via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shandwick Place to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 40m.

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