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

The cheapest way to get from Partick to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs £13 - £22 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Partick to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Partick and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Partick to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Peel Street Stop 1 and arriving at Old Pier via Buchanan Bus Station and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Partick to Cairnryan?

The distance between Partick and Cairnryan is 84 miles. The road distance is 79.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Partick to Cairnryan without a car is to Bus which takes 3h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Partick to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Partick to Cairnryan bus from?

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

Train or bus from Partick to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Partick to Cairnryan is to Bus which takes 3h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Partick to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Partick to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Partick to Cairnryan is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Partick to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 200+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Partick to Cairnryan 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
best
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
3h 32m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coplaw Street to Ayr Bus Station4
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
5h 52m
£14–22
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to AyrGlasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to StranraerAyr - Stranraer / ...
4h 32m
£24–44
Drive 79.2 mi
1. Drive from Partick to Cairnryan79.2 mi
1h 37m
£20–29
Bus via Port Rodie
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
4h 46m
£17–23

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 83.2 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

Translink operates a bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Partick to Old Pier via Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 4h 32m.

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