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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Barrhead is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Barrhead is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Barrhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Barrhead. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Arthurlie Gardens via Pavillion Theatre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Barrhead?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Barrhead. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Barrhead via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Barrhead?

The distance between Cairnryan and Barrhead is 90 miles. The road distance is 74.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Barrhead without a car is to bus and line 3 bus which takes 3h 12m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Cairnryan to Barrhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Barrhead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Barrhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Barrhead?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Barrhead is to bus and line 3 bus which takes 3h 12m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Barrhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Barrhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Barrhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Barrhead is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Cairnryan to Barrhead.

Where can I stay near Barrhead?

There are 1507+ hotels available in Barrhead.

Cairnryan to Barrhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 3 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Barrhead by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 3 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Pavillion Theatre to Arthurlie Gardensbus 3
3h 12m
£21–34
Drive 73.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Barrheadcar 73.8 mi
1h 29m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Barrheadtrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
3h 40m
£43–79
Bus
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 Nithsdale Drivebus 4
5h 25m
£34–43

Cairnryan to Barrhead by bus

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Distance: 89.8 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Arthurlie Gardens via Buchanan Bus Station and Pavillion Theatre in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Barrhead 6 times a week. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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