What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan Port to Ayr?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan Port to Ayr?

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

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan Port and Ayr?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Ayr Bus Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Cairnryan Port to Ayr?

The distance between Cairnryan Port and Ayr is 54 miles. The road distance is 45.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan Port to Ayr without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan Port to Ayr without a car is to bus which takes 1h 54m and costs £16 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan Port to Ayr?

The bus from Ferry Terminal to Ayr Bus Station takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan Port to Ayr bus from?

Cairnryan Port to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where does the Cairnryan Port to Ayr bus arrive?

Cairnryan Port to Ayr bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Ayr Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan Port to Ayr?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan Port to Ayr is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Cairnryan Port to Ayr.

Where can I stay near Ayr?

There are 556+ hotels available in Ayr.

Cairnryan Port to Ayr - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Cairnryan Port to Ayr by bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
1h 54m
£16–21
Drive 45.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan Port to Ayrcar 45.4 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairnryan Port to Ayrtaxi 45.4 mi
1h 1m
£200–240

Cairnryan Port to Ayr by bus

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Distance: 53.5 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Cairnryan Port, Scotland and Ayr, Scotland?

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Ferry Terminal to Ayr Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost £16–21 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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