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

The cheapest way to get from Inverkip to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs £18 - £28 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverkip to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Inverkip and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverkip to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Harbourside and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Inverkip to Cairnryan?

The distance between Inverkip and Cairnryan is 114 miles. The road distance is 84.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverkip to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Inverkip to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverkip to Cairnryan bus from?

Inverkip to Cairnryan bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from Harbourside station.

Train or bus from Inverkip to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Inverkip to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Inverkip to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Inverkip to Cairnryan bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Inverkip to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverkip to Cairnryan is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Inverkip to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 201+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Inverkip to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 358 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Inverkip 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 Harbourside to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906X / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 45m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manse Court to Ayr Bus Stationbus 585
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
5h 19m
£18–27
Train
1. Take the train from Inverkip to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 2m
£36–88
Drive 83.8 mi
1. Drive from Inverkip to Cairnryancar 83.8 mi
1h 46m
£21–30
Train, line 358 bus
1. Take the train from Inverkip to Paisley Gilmour Streettrain
2. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayrtrain
3. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
5h 9m
£30–73

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Inverkip to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 113.4 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Harbourside to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Inverkip to Old Pier via Paisley Gilmour Street, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 5h 2m.

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