The average bus between Cairnryan and Lochgilphead takes 8h 41m and the fastest bus takes 4h 51m. The bus service runs several times per day from Cairnryan to Lochgilphead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Cairnryan and Lochgilphead. The earliest departure is at 10:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cairnryan is at 6:15 PM which arrives into Lochgilphead at 8:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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14h 29m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cairnryan to Lochgilphead? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Lochgilphead. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan station and arriving at Lochgilphead station via Buchanan Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.
Cairnryan to Lochgilphead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry Terminal station.
Cairnryan to Lochgilphead bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Lochnell Street station.
The distance between Cairnryan and Lochgilphead is 121 km. The road distance is 261 km.
You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Lochnell Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 46m.