What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle is to bus via Shandwick Place which costs £23 - £45 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Edinburgh Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Cairnryan and Edinburgh Castle is 129 miles. The road distance is 120.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to Bus and train which takes 3h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2837+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, Bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
3h 30m
Bus via Shandwick Place
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shandwick Placebus 900
3h 58m
£23–44
Bus, train via Ayr
1. Take the bus from Old Pier to Beresford Terracebus 360 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 56m
£46–90
Drive 119.5 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Edinburgh Castlecar 119.5 mi
2h 25m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
3h 46m

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Distance: 128.2 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Cairnryan, Scotland and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Edinburgh Castle via Glasgow Buchanan, Buchanan Bus Station, and Princes Street in around 3h 46m.

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