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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Dunlop is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Dunlop is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Dunlop?

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

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Dunlop?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Dunlop. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Dunlop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Dunlop?

The distance between Cairnryan and Dunlop is 67 miles. The road distance is 64.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Dunlop 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 Dunlop?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Dunlop bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Dunlop train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Dunlop?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Dunlop is to Bus and line 4 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Dunlop bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Dunlop train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Dunlop?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Dunlop is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Cairnryan to Dunlop.

Where can I stay near Dunlop?

There are 1480+ hotels available in Dunlop.

Cairnryan to Dunlop - 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 Dunlop 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 64.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Dunlopcar 64.5 mi
1h 23m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Dunloptrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central
3h 28m
£38–69
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
£25–37

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Distance: 66.2 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Dunlop via Ayr, Ayr Bus Station, Dunlop Street, and Kilmarnock in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Dunlop 6 times a week. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 7m.

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