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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Dunfermline is to Bus via Glasgow which costs £11 - £16 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Dunfermline is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Dunfermline?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Dunfermline station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Dunfermline?

The distance between Cairnryan and Dunfermline is 121 miles. The road distance is 117.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Dunfermline without a car is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Cairnryan to Dunfermline, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Dunfermline bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Dunfermline bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Dunfermline?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Dunfermline is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cairnryan to Dunfermline.

Where can I stay near Dunfermline?

There are 2707+ hotels available in Dunfermline.

Cairnryan to Dunfermline - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cairnryan to Dunfermline by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
3h 48m
£23–40
Bus via Glasgow
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 / ...
3h 48m
£11–15
Drive 117.1 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Dunfermlinecar 117.1 mi
2h 18m
£29–42
Bus via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Ayr Bus Stationbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ayr Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X77
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
4h 55m
£35–47

Cairnryan to Dunfermline by bus

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.6 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 48m.

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