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

The cheapest way to get from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan is to bus via Ayr which costs £26 - £50 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Strathpeffer and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Union Street and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan?

The distance between Strathpeffer and Cairnryan is 272 miles. The road distance is 257.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 8h 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strathpeffer to Cairnryan bus from?

Strathpeffer to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Where does the Strathpeffer to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Strathpeffer to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Strathpeffer to Cairnryan is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 183+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Strathpeffer to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Strathpeffer 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 Union Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus E8
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
8h 9m
Bus via Ayr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
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 / ...
9h 49m
£26–48
Train, Bus via Perth
1. Take the train from Inverness to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
9h 20m
Drive 256.2 mi
1. Drive from Strathpeffer to Cairnryancar 256.2 mi
4h 51m
£63–91
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Inverness 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 / ...
9h 51m
£42–95

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 270.7 mi
Duration: 8h 9m

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

You can take a bus from The Square to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Bus Station Stance 1, Union Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 8h 9m.

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