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

The cheapest way to get from Leven to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leven to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leven and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Leven station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Park & Ride, Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Leven to Cairnryan?

The distance between Leven and Cairnryan is 167 miles. The road distance is 139.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leven to Cairnryan without a car is to train and Bus which takes 5h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Leven to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leven to Cairnryan bus from?

Leven to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D station.

Where does the Leven to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Leven to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Leven to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Leven to Cairnryan is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Leven to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 197+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Leven to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leven to Cairnryan 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 Markinch to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
5h 55m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
7h 51m
£22–70
Drive 138.4 mi
1. Drive from Leven to Cairnryan138.4 mi
2h 44m
£35–50
Bus via Park & Ride
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Stationmegabus AIR / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
6h 8m
Train, bus via Ayr
1. Take the train from Markinch to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
4. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Old Pier358 / ...
6h 46m
£44–82

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 165.9 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Park & Ride Arrival Bay, Park & Ride, Airport, Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 6h 8m.

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