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

The cheapest way to get from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £18 - £27.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal. However, there are services departing from St Margarets Nursery School and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The distance between Johnstone and Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 83 miles. The road distance is 75.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 47m and costs £18 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal, including transfers.

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

Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by McGills Buses, depart from St Margarets Nursery School station.

Train or bus from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

The best way to get from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £27 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and Bus, which costs and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus arrive?

Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus services, operated by McGills Buses, arrive at Bath Street station.

Can I drive from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

There are 200+ hotels available in Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Johnstone 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 Johnstone to Ayr
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Stena Terminal358 / ...
3h 47m
£19–40
Train, line 358 bus
1. Take the train from Johnstone to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Girvan
3. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Stena Terminal358 / ...
4h 2m
£23–42
Drive 74.9 mi
1. Drive from Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal74.9 mi
1h 30m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Johnstone to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to StranraerAyr - Stranraer / ...
4h 3m
£28–45
Line 38 bus, Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Bath Street38
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
4h 34m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tannahill Crescent to Bath Street38A / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 47m
£21–30

Johnstone to Cairnryan Stena Terminal by train and bus

79Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.4 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Johnstone to Stena Terminal via Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margarets Nursery School to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bath Street and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 34m.

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