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

The cheapest way to get from Inveraray to Cairnryan is to bus via Port Rodie which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inveraray to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Inveraray and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Inveraray to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Front Street and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Inveraray to Cairnryan?

The distance between Inveraray and Cairnryan is 139 miles. The road distance is 134.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inveraray to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 5h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Inveraray to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inveraray to Cairnryan bus from?

Inveraray to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Front Street station.

Where does the Inveraray to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inveraray to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Inveraray to Cairnryan is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Inveraray to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 199+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Inveraray 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 Front Street to Buchanan Bus Station926 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
5h 7m
Bus via Port Rodie
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Buchanan Bus Station926 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
6h 7m
£23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Anniesland Cross926 / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
6h 30m
£37–52
Drive 133.8 mi
1. Drive from Inveraray to Cairnryan133.8 mi
2h 36m
£34–49
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Buchanan Bus Station926 / ...
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 / ...
5h 54m
£24–37

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138.3 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Front Street to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 7m.

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