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

The cheapest way to get from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 52m.

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 52m 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 Bus Station Stance 3, Fishers Hotel and Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan?

The distance between Strathpeffer and Cairnryan is 271 miles. The road distance is 258 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 via Pitlochry which takes 8h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 46m 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 FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Train or bus from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan is to bus via Pitlochry which takes 8h 46m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Strathpeffer to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Strathpeffer to Cairnryan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Fishers Hotel station.

Can I drive from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Strathpeffer to Cairnryan is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 198+ 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 via Pitlochry
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Fishers Hotel
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminal923
8h 46m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus StationX77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Henrietta Street60 / ...
4. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Old Pier358 / ...
9h 44m
£49–95
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraer
9h 40m
£57–94
Drive 256.5 mi
1. Drive from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan256.5 mi
4h 52m
£64–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Port Rodie923
9h 3m

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Map of how to get from Strathpeffer to Cairnryan.

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Distance: 269.7 mi
Duration: 8h 46m

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 3, Fishers Hotel, and Glasgow Buchanan in around 8h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Old Pier via Falcon Sq, Inverness, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Port Rodie Ferry Terminal in around 9h 40m.

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