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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Darvel is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Darvel is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Darvel?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Darvel. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Temple Street via Ayr Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Darvel?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Darvel. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Kilmarnock via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Darvel?

The distance between Cairnryan and Darvel is 68 miles. The road distance is 62.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Darvel without a car is to Bus and line 4 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Cairnryan to Darvel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Darvel bus from?

Cairnryan to Darvel bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Cairnryan Stena Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Darvel train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Darvel?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Darvel is to Bus and line 4 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Darvel bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Darvel bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Ayr station.

Where does the Cairnryan to Darvel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Darvel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Darvel is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Cairnryan to Darvel.

Where can I stay near Darvel?

There are 360+ hotels available in Darvel.

Cairnryan to Darvel - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, line 4 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Ayrbus 923
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Dunlop Streetbus 4
2h 51m
Drive 62.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Darvelcar 62.2 mi
1h 19m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnocktrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 46m
£37–70
Bus, line 4 bus via Girvan
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 Dunlop Streetbus 4
3h 43m
£26–36

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Distance: 67.7 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Temple Street via Ayr, Ayr Bus Station, Dunlop Street, and Kilmarnock Bus Station in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock twice daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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