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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to line 585 bus and bus and line 358 bus which costs £10 - £17 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £14 - £21.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal. However, there are services departing from Mill Road and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The distance between Irvine and Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 57 miles. The road distance is 57.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal without a car is to line 585 bus and Bus which takes 2h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal, including transfers.

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

Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Mill Road station.

Train or bus from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The best way to get from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to line 585 bus and Bus which takes 2h 58m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus arrive?

Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

There are 196+ hotels available in Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Irvine 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.

Line 585 bus, Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mill Road to Ayr Bus Station585
2. Take the bus from Ayr to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
2h 58m
Line 585 bus, bus, line 358 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mill Road to Ayr Bus Station585
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Elder Avenue60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Stena Terminal358 / ...
3h 32m
£11–17
Train, line 358 bus
1. Take the train from Irvine to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Girvan
3. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Stena Terminal358 / ...
3h 43m
£19–24
Train
1. Take the train from Ayr to StranraerAyr - Stranraer / ...
3h 49m
£24–35
Drive 57.1 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Cairnryan Stena Terminal57.1 mi
1h 9m
£15–21

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 56.5 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Mill Road to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Ayr in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Ayr to Stranraer 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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