What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan Harbour and Prestwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Kyle Street via Ayr Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick?

The distance between Cairnryan Harbour and Prestwick is 47 miles. The road distance is 47.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick without a car is to Bus which takes 1h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick bus from?

Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick bus arrive?

Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick.

Where can I stay near Prestwick?

There are 569+ hotels available in Prestwick.

Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick - 4 ways to travel via Bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwick by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Ayrbus 923
1h 32m
Drive 47.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwickcar 47.6 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairnryan Harbour to Prestwicktaxi 47.6 mi
1h 1m
£100–120
Bus via Girvan
1. Take the bus from Bridge to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
2h 23m
£21–29

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Cairnryan Harbour, Scotland and Prestwick, Scotland?

Translink operates a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Ayr 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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