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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to bus via Ayr which costs £21 - £60 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs £60 - £90.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The distance between Inverness and Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 251 miles. The road distance is 240.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal without a car is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal, including transfers.

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

Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The best way to get from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus arrive?

Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

There are 196+ hotels available in Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal 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 Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
6h 39m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Station
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 / ...
8h 1m
£21–56
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen StreetInverness - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
7h 5m
Drive 239.4 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Cairnryan Stena Terminal239.4 mi
4h 34m
£60–87
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
8h 24m
£55–96

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 249.8 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Union Street to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Inverness to Stena Terminal via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 8h 24m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.