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

The cheapest way to get from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan is to line 4 bus and bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Kilmarnock and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Kilmarnock station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Kilmarnock Bus Station and arriving at Old Pier via Ayr Bus Station and Elder Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan?

The distance between Kilmarnock and Cairnryan is 80 miles. The road distance is 56.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilmarnock to Cairnryan bus from?

Kilmarnock to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Kilmarnock Bus Station.

Train or bus from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 358 bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Kilmarnock to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilmarnock to Cairnryan is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 124+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Kilmarnock to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 358 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Kilmarnock to Cairnryan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Stranraertrain Kilmarnock - Stranraer
2h 42m
£22–48
Bus, line 358 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Elder Avenuebus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
3h 34m
£11–17
Drive 56.6 mi
1. Drive from Kilmarnock to Cairnryancar 56.6 mi
1h 11m
£14–20
Train, line 358 bus
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to Girvantrain Kilmarnock - Girvan / ...
2. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
2h 54m
£16–36
Line 4 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus 4
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
3h 45m
£11–18

Kilmarnock to Cairnryan by train, foot, and bus

12Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer twice daily. Tickets cost £20–45 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kilmarnock Bus Station to Old Pier via Ayr Bus Station and Elder Avenue in around 3h 34m.

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