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 £24 - £40 and takes 5h 58m.

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 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Canal Street and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Perth to Cairnryan?

The distance between Perth and Cairnryan is 144 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 4h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m 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 Park's of Hamilton, depart from Canal Street station.

Train or bus from Perth to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Perth to Cairnryan is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Perth to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Perth to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, 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 37m to drive from Perth to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 201+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Perth to Cairnryan - 6 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

There are 6 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 Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 41m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
5h 58m
£24–38
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 54m
£38–69
Drive 136.3 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Cairnryancar 136.3 mi
2h 37m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
5h 9m
Train, bus via Ayr
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
5h 30m
£27–58

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Perth to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 142.7 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canal Street to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 5h 9m.

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