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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal is to bus via Girvan which costs £10 - £18 and takes 3h 8m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal. 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 Stena Terminal?

The distance between Prestwick and Cairnryan Stena Terminal is 47 miles. The road distance is 47.7 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

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

Where does the Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

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

Where can I stay near Cairnryan Stena Terminal?

There are 200+ hotels available in Cairnryan Stena Terminal.

Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus

There are 5 ways to get from Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal 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 Girvan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Stena Terminal358 / ...
3h 8m
£11–18
Train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to StranraerKilmarnock - Stranraer
2h 39m
£19–43
Drive 47.4 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal47.4 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwick to Cairnryan Stena Terminal47.4 mi
1h 1m
£100–120

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Prestwick, Scotland and Cairnryan Stena Terminal, 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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