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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Old Pier via Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station and Henrietta Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Perth to Cairnryan?

The distance between Perth and Cairnryan is 157 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 8m and costs £29 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Perth to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Cairnryan bus from?

Perth to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Perth to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Perth to Cairnryan is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £35 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus via Ayr, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Perth to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Perth to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Perth to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Cairnryan is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Perth to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 180+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Perth to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Perth 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 Perth to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 8m
£29–46
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
5h 25m
£19–30
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
5h 43m
£39–55
Drive 136.3 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Cairnryan136.3 mi
2h 36m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus StationM8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
5h 35m
£27–40

Perth to Cairnryan by train, foot, and bus

170Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Old Pier via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Old Pier via Buchanan Bus Station, Ayr Bus Station, and Henrietta Street in around 5h 25m.

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