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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Brechin is to bus via Dundee which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Brechin is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Brechin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Brechin. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Brechin via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Brechin?

The distance between Cairnryan and Brechin is 190 miles. The road distance is 178.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Brechin without a car is to bus via Dundee which takes 5h 36m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Cairnryan to Brechin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Brechin bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Brechin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Brechin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Brechin is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Cairnryan to Brechin.

Where can I stay near Brechin?

There are 306+ hotels available in Brechin.

Cairnryan to Brechin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus via Dundee
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee station to Brechinbus
5h 36m
£30–53
Drive 177.2 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Brechincar 177.2 mi
3h 28m
£44–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Montrosetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
5h 41m
£68–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dundee station to Brechinbus
6h 3m
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 to Arbroathtrain
7h 11m
£68–125

Cairnryan to Brechin by bus and foot

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Distance: 188.6 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Brechin via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee station in around 5h 36m.

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