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Elgin to Cairnryan

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4 h 57 min
426 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Elgin to Cairnryan

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Cheapest
By car (426 km)
4 h 57 min
426 km.
from $23
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Plane from Elgin (Aberdeen International Airport)
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Rideshare
4 h 57 min
426 km.
from $16.21
Train, bus via Aberdeen
8 h 12 min
314 km.
from $142.24
Bus via Glasgow
9 h 12 min
314 km.
from $72.74
Bus
9 h 22 min
314 km.
from $104.20
Train, Bus
9 h 35 min
312 km.
from $176.78
Train
10 h 8 min
315 km.
from $214.73

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

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

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Inverness Bus Station to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Scottish Citylink

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

Stagecoach West Scotland

Phone:
+44 1292 613500
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.23–$12.02
Bus from Bus Station to Old
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.02–$17.72

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

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Elgin to Aberdeen
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$60.76
Train from Aberdeen to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.43–$120.25
Train from Elgin to Inverness
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$35.44
Train from Inverness to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$63.29–$139.24
Train from Kilmarnock to Stranraer
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.11–$63.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Cairnryan is to bus via Glasgow which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs $81.52 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Stena Terminal via Bus Station, Inverness Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Elgin to Cairnryan?

The distance between Elgin and Cairnryan is 490 km. The road distance is 410.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Cairnryan without a car is to train and bus via Aberdeen which takes 8h 12m and costs $92.39 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Elgin to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Cairnryan bus from?

Elgin to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Inverness Bus Station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Cairnryan?

The best way to get from Elgin to Cairnryan is to bus via Glasgow which takes 9h 12m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $103.26 - $228.26 and takes 10h 8m.

Where does the Elgin to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Elgin to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Cairnryan is 410 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Elgin 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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