What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to East Kilbride?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to East Kilbride is to Bus and line 6 bus via Glasgow Buchanan which costs £7 - £10 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to East Kilbride?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to East Kilbride is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to East Kilbride station. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Sauchiehall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to East Kilbride?

The distance between Cairnryan and East Kilbride is 94 miles. The road distance is 75.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to East Kilbride without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to East Kilbride without a car is to bus and line 6 bus which takes 3h 20m and costs £19 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to East Kilbride?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Cairnryan to East Kilbride, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to East Kilbride bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to East Kilbride bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to East Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to East Kilbride is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Cairnryan to East Kilbride.

Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

There are 1480+ hotels available in East Kilbride.

Cairnryan to East Kilbride - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 6 bus

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

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Bus, line 6 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 6 / ...
3h 20m
£19–34
Bus, line 6 bus via Glasgow Buchanan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 6 / ...
3h 26m
£7–9
Drive 74.8 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to East Kilbridecar 74.8 mi
1h 31m
£19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Henrietta Streetbus 360 / ...
2. Take the bus from Henrietta Street to Beresford Terracebus 60 / ...
3. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
4h 6m
£37–55

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Distance: 93.8 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and East Kilbride, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Sauchiehall Lane in around 3h 20m.

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