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 - £16 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 - £16.

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 once daily, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

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 52m 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 52m including transfers and departs once daily.

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 550+ hotels available in Ayr.

Cairnryan Port to Ayr - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan Port to Ayr by bus, car, taxi, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
1h 52m
£16–21
Drive 45.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan Port to Ayrcar 45.4 mi
1h 1m
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairnryan Port to Ayrtaxi 45.4 mi
1h 1m
£95–120
Bus via Henrietta Street
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
2h 10m
£17–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Girvan to Ayrtrain Girvan - Ayr / ...
2h 31m
£19–32

Cairnryan Port to Ayr by bus

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 53.5 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

Stagecoach West Scotland operates a bus from Ferry Terminal to Ayr Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £16–21 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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