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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Arbroath is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h 59m.

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 21m and costs £40 - £60.

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 Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

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 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m 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 does the Cairnryan to Arbroath bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Arbroath is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cairnryan to Arbroath.

Where can I stay near Arbroath?

There are 258+ hotels available in Arbroath.

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

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There are 5 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 54m
Bus
cheapest
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
4h 59m
£34–64
Drive 169.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Arbroathcar 169.5 mi
3h 21m
£42–60
Bus via Overgate
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
5h 29m
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 58m
£62–115

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 59m.

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