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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Burntisland is to Bus and line 7 bus which costs £15 - £22 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Burntisland is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Burntisland station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Haymarket Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Burntisland?

The distance between Cairnryan and Burntisland is 146 miles. The road distance is 125.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Burntisland without a car is to Bus and train which takes 4h 11m and costs £17 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Cairnryan to Burntisland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Burntisland bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Burntisland bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Burntisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Burntisland is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Cairnryan to Burntisland.

Where can I stay near Burntisland?

There are 2934+ hotels available in Burntisland.

Cairnryan to Burntisland - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, car, and line 7 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cairnryan to Burntisland 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 Haymarkettrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
4h 11m
£17–44
Bus, line 7 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Allan Courtbus 7A / ...
5h 17m
£15–21
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Beresford Terracebus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Haymarkettrain
5h 34m
£54–87
Drive 124.4 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Burntislandcar 124.4 mi
2h 36m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Haymarket Stationbus Uk090
4h 19m
£30–56

Cairnryan to Burntisland by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.8 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Burntisland via Buchanan Bus Station, Haymarket Station, and Haymarket in around 4h 19m.

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