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Cairnryan to John o' Groats

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586 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Cairnryan to John O' Groats

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Cheapest
By car (586 km)
7 h 3 min
586 km.
from $32
Other
Rideshare
7 h 3 min
586 km.
from $7.64
Bus
11 h 48 min
423 km.
from $141.68
Bus via JOG Knitwear
12 h 6 min
424 km.
from $92.48
Bus, Train (Bus)
14 h 31 min
423 km.
from $210.14
Bus, Plane, Ferry
11 h 2 min
424 km.
from $470.43
Bus, Train (Bus)
12 h 37 min
423 km.
from $159.28
Train
16 h 1 min
423 km.
from $381.07

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52
Bus from Stena Terminal to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$37.97

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Old Pier to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Bus from Bus Station to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02

Stagecoach North Scotland

Phone:
01224591381
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/
Bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Bus
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$46.83

Train operators

Translink UK

Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$37.97

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Perth to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.90–$75.95

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$151.89
Train from Inverness to Wick
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perth
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$54.43
Train from Perth to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.77–$94.93
Train from Stranraer to Barrhead
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$35.44–$75.95

Airlines

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Kirkwall
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$227.84–$822.76

Other operators

Pentland Ferries

Phone:
+44 (0)800 688 8998
Email:
Website:
pentlandferries.co.uk/
Other from St Margarets Hope Ferry Terminal to Gills
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to John o' Groats?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to John o' Groats is to bus via JOG Knitwear which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 12h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to John o' Groats?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to John o' Groats is to drive which takes 7h 4m and costs $108.70 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and John o' Groats?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to John o' Groats. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Post Office via Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 3 and Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to John o' Groats?

The distance between Cairnryan and John o' Groats is 602 km. The road distance is 573.6 km.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to John o' Groats without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to John o' Groats without a car is to Bus which takes 11h 48m and costs $81.52 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to John o' Groats?

It takes approximately 11h 48m to get from Cairnryan to John o' Groats, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to John o' Groats bus from?

Cairnryan to John o' Groats bus services, operated by Translink UK, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to John o' Groats?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to John o' Groats is to Bus which takes 11h 48m and costs $81.52 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $184.78 - $380.43 and takes 16h 1m.

Where does the Cairnryan to John o' Groats bus arrive?

Cairnryan to John o' Groats bus services, operated by Translink UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to John o' Groats?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to John o' Groats is 574 km. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Cairnryan to John o' Groats.

Where can I stay near John o' Groats?

There are 144+ hotels available in John o' Groats. Prices start at $63.38 per night.
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