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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Dundee is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Dundee is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Dundee?

The distance between Cairnryan and Dundee is 164 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Dundee without a car is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs £24 - £45.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Dundee bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Dundee is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Cairnryan to Dundee.

Where can I stay near Dundee?

There are 977+ hotels available in Dundee.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 11m
£24–44
Drive 153.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Dundeecar 153.8 mi
3h
£38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Dundeetrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 22m
£50–98
Bus via Dundee station
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
4h 41m
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 Dundeetrain
5h 34m
£58–107

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 11m.

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