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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Cairnryan is to bus via Old Pier which costs £10 - £16 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Gardiner Street and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Ayr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Cairnryan?

The distance between Prestwick and Cairnryan is 47 miles. The road distance is 48 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Cairnryan without a car is to Bus which takes 2h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Prestwick to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Cairnryan bus from?

Prestwick to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Prestwick to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Cairnryan is to Bus which takes 2h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Prestwick to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Prestwick to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Cairnryan is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Prestwick to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 197+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Prestwick to Cairnryan by bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Ayr to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
2h 39m
Bus via Old Pier
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Old Pier358 / ...
3h 11m
£11–16
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to StranraerKilmarnock - Stranraer
2h 53m
£19–42
Drive 47.7 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Cairnryan47.7 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Cairnryan47.7 mi
1h 1m
£100–120

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Translink operates a bus from Ayr to Cairnryan Stena Terminal 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Prestwick Town to Stranraer 6 times a week. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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