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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Alva is to Bus via Park and Ride which costs £8 - £16 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Alva is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Alva?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Alva. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at The Cross Keys via Buchanan Bus Station, Park and Ride and Stance A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Alva?

The distance between Cairnryan and Alva is 118 miles. The road distance is 112.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Alva without a car is to Bus and train which takes 3h 50m and costs £16 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Cairnryan to Alva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Alva bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Alva bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Alva bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Alva?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Alva is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Cairnryan to Alva.

Where can I stay near Alva?

There are 724+ hotels available in Alva.

Cairnryan to Alva - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
3h 50m
£16–25
Bus via Park and Ride
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Park and Ridebus Uk091
4h 24m
£8–15
Drive 111.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Alvacar 111.5 mi
2h 10m
£29–41
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain
4h 57m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X36 / ...
5h 8m
£22–39

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Distance: 117.6 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to The Cross Keys via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, Park and Ride, Stirling Baptist Church, and Stance A in around 4h 24m.

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