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

The cheapest way to get from Strathaven to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs £15 - £26 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Strathaven to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Strathaven and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Strathaven to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Wellbrae and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Strathaven to Cairnryan?

The distance between Strathaven and Cairnryan is 106 miles. The road distance is 73.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Strathaven to Cairnryan without a car is to Bus which takes 4h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Strathaven to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strathaven to Cairnryan bus from?

Strathaven to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Glasgow Buchanan station.

Train or bus from Strathaven to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Strathaven to Cairnryan is to Bus which takes 4h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Strathaven to Cairnryan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Strathaven to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Strathaven to Cairnryan is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Strathaven to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 186+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Strathaven 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 Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
4h 25m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Streetbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pierbus 358 / ...
5h 14m
£16–26
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain Glasgow Central - Ayr / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain Ayr - Stranraer / ...
5h 52m
£31–41
Drive 73 mi
1. Drive from Strathaven to Cairnryancar 73 mi
1h 33m
£18–26
Bus via Port Rodie
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodiebus 923
5h 26m
£19–28

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Strathaven to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 105 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

Translink operates a bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellbrae to Old Pier via Glengowan Primary School, Larkhall, Glasgow Central Low Level, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 5h 52m.

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