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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Arbroath is to Bus via Overgate which costs £17 - £27 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Arbroath is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Arbroath station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Sugarhouse Wynd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Arbroath via Ayr and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Arbroath?

The distance between Cairnryan and Arbroath is 181 miles. The road distance is 170.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Arbroath without a car is to Bus and train which takes 4h 49m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Cairnryan to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Arbroath bus from?

Cairnryan to Arbroath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Ferry Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Arbroath train from?

Cairnryan to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Arbroath is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Arbroath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Arbroath train arrive?

Cairnryan to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Arbroath is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Cairnryan to Arbroath.

Where can I stay near Arbroath?

There are 242+ hotels available in Arbroath.

Cairnryan to Arbroath - 6 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cairnryan to Arbroath 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 Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
4h 49m
£38–68
Bus via Overgate
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 37m
£17–26
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroathtrain
6h 34m
£75–135
Drive 169.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Arbroathcar 169.5 mi
3h 23m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
5h 35m
£30–64
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 Arbroathtrain
5h 56m
£62–100

Cairnryan to Arbroath by bus, foot, and train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Old Pier to Arbroath via Port Rodie, Stranraer, Ayr, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Sugarhouse Wynd in around 5h 35m.

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