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

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Cairnryan is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Cairnryan is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Cairnryan?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore station to Cairnryan. However, there are services departing from Aviemore station and arriving at Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Glasgow Buchanan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Cairnryan?

The distance between Aviemore and Cairnryan is 220 miles. The road distance is 210.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aviemore to Cairnryan without a car is to bus which takes 6h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Aviemore to Cairnryan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Cairnryan bus from?

Aviemore to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Aviemore station.

Where does the Aviemore to Cairnryan bus arrive?

Aviemore to Cairnryan bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Cairnryan?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Cairnryan is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Aviemore to Cairnryan.

Where can I stay near Cairnryan?

There are 218+ hotels available in Cairnryan.

Aviemore to Cairnryan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aviemore to Cairnryan by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aviemore station to Buchanan Bus Stnbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
6h 13m
Drive 209.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aviemore to Cairnryancar 209.5 mi
4h 2m
£52–75
Train, Bus via Perth
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Perthtrain
2. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
6h 41m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ayr Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Old Pierbus 360 / ...
7h 20m
£83–145
Bus via Pitlochry
1. Take the bus from Station to West End Car Parkbus M10 / ...
2. Take the bus from West End Car Park to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M10
3. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan to Cairnryan Stena Terminalbus 923
7h 4m

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Distance: 219 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Aviemore, Scotland and Cairnryan, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Aviemore station to Cairnryan Stena Terminal via Buchanan Bus Stn and Glasgow Buchanan in around 6h 13m.

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