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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Paisley and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Paisley to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Terminal Building and arriving at Old Pier via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Paisley to Cairnryan?

The distance between Paisley and Cairnryan is 99 miles. The road distance is 76.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Cairnryan without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £29 - £32.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Paisley to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Cairnryan bus from?

Paisley to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Paisley to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Paisley to Cairnryan is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £29 - £32. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Paisley to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Paisley to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Port Rodie station.

Can I drive from Paisley to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Cairnryan is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Paisley to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 200+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Paisley to Cairnryan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 358 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Paisley 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 Paisley Gilmour Street to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to StranraerAyr - Stranraer / ...
3h 53m
£29–31
Drive 76.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paisley to Cairnryan76.1 mi
1h 33m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
4h 38m
£21–31
Train, line 358 bus
1. Take the train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Girvan
3. Take the bus from Elder Avenue to Old Pier358 / ...
4h 3m
£24–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barrhead to GirvanGlasgow Central - Girvan
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
4h 35m
£25–49
Line 26 bus, Bus
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Bath Street26
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
4h 46m

Paisley to Cairnryan by train, foot, and bus

35Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 98.4 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Paisley Gilmour Street to Old Pier via Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie every 3 hours. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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