What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Princes Street via Ferry Terminal and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Ayr and Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cairnryan (Station) and Edinburgh is 131 miles. The road distance is 122.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 32m and costs £24 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh bus from?

Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh train from?

Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2811+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
4h 32m
£24–67
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Beresford Terracebus 60 / ...
3. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 12m
£44–88
Drive 121.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburghcar 121.4 mi
2h 30m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
4h 44m
£25–49
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
4h 44m
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 46m
£53–114

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Distance: 130.4 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Cairnryan (Station), Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Cairnryan (Station) to Princes Street via Ferry Terminal, Ferry Terminal, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cairnryan (Station) to Edinburgh Waverley via Ferry Terminal, Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 5h 46m.

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