What is the cheapest way to get from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh is to bus via Ayr which costs £17 - £29 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Loch Ryan and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh?

The distance between Loch Ryan and Edinburgh is 129 miles. The road distance is 120.5 miles.

How do I travel from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh without a car is to Bus and train which takes 3h 43m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loch Ryan to Edinburgh bus from?

Loch Ryan to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Loch Ryan to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Loch Ryan to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Loch Ryan to Edinburgh is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2489+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Loch Ryan to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
3h 43m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stena Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus
4h 55m
£17–28
Drive 119.8 mi
1. Drive from Loch Ryan to Edinburghcar 119.8 mi
2h 27m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
3h 50m
Bus, train via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Helensburgh Central - Edinburgh / ...
4h 15m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Loch Ryan to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 128.4 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Loch Ryan, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Loch Ryan to Princes Street via Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Glasgow Buchanan, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 50m.

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