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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Armadale is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Armadale is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Armadale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Armadale. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Kross Bar via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Armadale?

The distance between Cairnryan and Armadale is 104 miles. The road distance is 99.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Armadale without a car is to Bus and train which takes 3h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Cairnryan to Armadale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Armadale bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Armadale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Armadale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Armadale is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Cairnryan to Armadale.

Where can I stay near Armadale?

There are 753+ hotels available in Armadale.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Armadale 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 Low Level to Armadaletrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
3h 22m
Drive 99.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Armadalecar 99.2 mi
2h 1m
£24–35
Bus, train via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Armadaletrain Dalmuir - Edinburgh / ...
3h 23m
£25–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Kross Barbus X18
4h 44m
£25–46
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Ayr Bus Stationbus 60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street Low Level to Bathgatetrain
4h 55m
£36–59

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 103.4 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Armadale, West Lothian, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Kross Bar via Buchanan Bus Station and Haymarket Station in around 4h 44m.

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