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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to bus via Ayr which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 128 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal 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 Stena Terminal?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus from?

Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

There are 195+ hotels available in Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal 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 StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
4h 17m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
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 Stena Terminal358 / ...
5h 24m
£17–35
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Central
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 6m
£36–109
Drive 118.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Stena Terminal118.8 mi
2h 25m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
4h 38m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 127.5 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stena Terminal via Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 38m.

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