How to Travel from
Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port
by Route or Car
Schedule
Edinburgh, Great Britain → Cairnryan Port, Great Britain
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port
Composite routes from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port
Cheapest
2 h 25 min
Car
198 km.
from $10
Other
5 h 19 min
Train
156 km.
from $69.16
5 h 40 min
158 km.
from $42.20
5 h 57 min
158 km.
from $74.91
5 h 43 min
158 km.
from $58.70
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from St Andrew's House to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19
Scottish Citylink
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25
Bus from Princes Street to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05
Stagecoach West Scotland
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02
Bus from Bus Station to P
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72
Bus from Rail Station to P
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.96–$10.13
Train operators
Translink UK
Phone:
+44 28 9066 6630
Website:
translink.co.uk/
Bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$37.97
Cross Country
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$88.60
ScotRail
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04
Train from Glasgow Central to Ayr
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$32.91
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port?
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port is to bus which costs $34.78 - $47.83 and takes 5h 43m.
What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port?
The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .
Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cairnryan Port?
No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at P & O Ferry Terminal via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.
How far is it from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port?
The distance between Edinburgh and Cairnryan Port is 226 km. The road distance is 197.9 km.
How do I travel from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port without a car?
The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 19m and costs $33.70 - $70.65 .
How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port?
It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port bus from?
Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Princes Street station.
Where does the Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port bus arrive?
Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.
Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port?
Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryan Port.
Where can I stay near Cairnryan Port?
There are 162+ hotels available in Cairnryan Port. Prices start at $47.07 per night.
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