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

The cheapest way to get from Cairnryan to Galston is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairnryan to Galston is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnryan and Galston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnryan to Galston. However, there are services departing from Cairnryan Stena Terminal and arriving at Church Lane via Ayr Bus Station and Kilmarnock Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cairnryan and Galston?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnryan to Galston. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Kilmarnock via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Cairnryan to Galston?

The distance between Cairnryan and Galston is 64 miles. The road distance is 58.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Galston without a car is to Bus and line 4 bus which takes 2h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Cairnryan to Galston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Galston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cairnryan to Galston train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairnryan to Galston?

The best way to get from Cairnryan to Galston is to Bus and line 4 bus which takes 2h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Cairnryan to Galston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cairnryan to Galston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairnryan to Galston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairnryan to Galston is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Cairnryan to Galston.

Where can I stay near Galston?

There are 523+ hotels available in Galston.

Cairnryan to Galston - 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 Galston 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 37m
Drive 58.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnryan to Galstoncar 58.3 mi
1h 11m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Kilmarnocktrain Stranraer - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 32m
£35–68
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 29m
£24–34

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Distance: 63.6 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Church Lane via Ayr, Ayr Bus Station, Dunlop Street, and Kilmarnock Bus Station in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Stranraer to Kilmarnock twice daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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