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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mallaig to Cairnryan

Composite routes from Mallaig to Cairnryan

Cheapest
4 h 26 min
Car
353 km.
from $19
Other
8 h 36 min
231 km.
from $95.09
8 h 42 min
Train, Bus
230 km.
from $144.04
8 h 51 min
Train, Bus via Glasgow, Train, Bus via Glasgow
230 km.
from $106.33
9 h 51 min
Train, bus via Ayr, Train, bus via Ayr
230 km.
from $103.07
10 h 29 min
231 km.
from $177.42

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 2
Translink UK
Website
ScotRail
Website
Translink UK
Website
2h 20m
4 times a day
$27.85–$37.97
+44 28 9066 6630
+44 28 9066 6630
Call
ScotRail
Website
5h 24m
3 times a day
$58.23–$126.58
+44 344 811 0141
+44 344 811 0141
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Bus operators
Found: 3
Scottish Citylink
Website
Stagecoach West Scotland
Website
Shiel Buses
Website
Scottish Citylink
Website
3h 11m
5 times a day
$32.91–$46.83
0141 352 4444
0141 352 4444
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Stagecoach West Scotland
Website
1h 5m
Hourly
$8.23–$12.02
+44 1292 613500
+44 1292 613500
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Shiel Buses
Website
1h 15m
3 times a day
$8.23–$10.13
01967 431 272
01967 431 272
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Cairnryan is to bus which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Stena Terminal via Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Cairnryan?

The distance between Mallaig and Cairnryan is 366 km. The road distance is 356 km.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 8h 36m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Mallaig to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Cairnryan bus from?

Mallaig to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Train, bus or fly from Mallaig to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Cairnryan is to bus which takes 8h 36m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $81.52 - $184.78 and takes 10h 29m. There are no good options to fly between Mallaig to Cairnryan.

Where does the Mallaig to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Mallaig to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Cairnryan is 356 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Mallaig to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 162+ hotels available in Cairnryan. Prices start at $47.07 per night.
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