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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Fife is to Bus via Clackmannan which costs £20 - £30 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Fife is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Fife?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Fife. However, there are services departing from Ferry Terminal and arriving at Trading Estate via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Fife?

The distance between Cairnryan and Fife is 174 miles. The road distance is 143.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Fife without a car is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs £29 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Cairnryan to Fife, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Fife bus from?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Fife bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Fife?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Fife is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cairnryan to Fife.

Where can I stay near Fife?

There are 888+ hotels available in Fife.

Cairnryan to Fife - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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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 Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
4h 42m
£29–63
Bus via Clackmannan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Bus Stationbus X24
4h 58m
£20–29
Drive 143 mi
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Fifecar 143 mi
2h 53m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferry Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Haymarkettrain
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Cupartrain
4h 56m
£38–86

Cairnryan to Fife by bus

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Distance: 172.5 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Ferry Terminal to Trading Estate via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 4h 42m.

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