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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Cairnryan is to train and bus via Ayr which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Islamic Centre and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Stirling to Cairnryan?

The distance between Stirling and Cairnryan is 107 miles. The road distance is 106 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Stirling to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Cairnryan bus from?

Stirling to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Islamic Centre station.

Train or bus from Stirling to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Stirling to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £45 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Stirling to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Stirling to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Cairnryan is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Stirling to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 201+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Stirling to Cairnryan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Stirling 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 Islamic Centre to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 1m
Train, bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stirling 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 / ...
4h 51m
£24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
5h 15m
£35–45
Drive 105.3 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Cairnryancar 105.3 mi
2h 3m
£26–38
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from Stirling to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Alloa - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 2m
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Wellgreen Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X36
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

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stirling to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 106.6 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Islamic Centre to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan in around 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stirling to Old Pier via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 5h 15m.

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