What is the cheapest way to get from New Cumnock to Cairnryan?

The cheapest way to get from New Cumnock to Cairnryan is to bus which costs £12 - £21 and takes 4h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Cumnock to Cairnryan?

The fastest way to get from New Cumnock to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between New Cumnock and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from New Cumnock to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Castle Primary school and arriving at Old Pier via Ayr Bus Station and Henrietta Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from New Cumnock to Cairnryan?

The distance between New Cumnock and Cairnryan is 102 miles. The road distance is 54.8 miles.

How do I travel from New Cumnock to Cairnryan without a car?

The best way to get from New Cumnock to Cairnryan without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £26 - £65.

How long does it take to get from New Cumnock to Cairnryan?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from New Cumnock to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Cumnock to Cairnryan bus from?

New Cumnock to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Castle Primary school station.

Train or bus from New Cumnock to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from New Cumnock to Cairnryan is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the New Cumnock to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from New Cumnock to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between New Cumnock to Cairnryan is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from New Cumnock to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 201+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

New Cumnock to Cairnryan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from New Cumnock 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
best
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to StranraerKilmarnock - Stranraer
4h 2m
£27–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castle Primary school to Ayr Bus Station43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
4h 24m
£13–21
Drive 54.5 mi
1. Drive from New Cumnock to Cairnryan54.5 mi
1h 10m
£14–20
Train, line 358 bus
1. Take the train from Kilmarnock to GirvanKilmarnock - Girvan / ...
2. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Old Pier358 / ...
4h 14m
£21–47

New Cumnock to Cairnryan by train, foot, and bus

12Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between New Cumnock, Scotland and Cairnryan, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer twice daily. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castle Primary school to Old Pier via Ayr Bus Station and Henrietta Street in around 4h 24m.

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